FLORAL HALL EXHIBITOR’S HANDBOOK

CALEDONIA COUNTY FAIR

LYNDONVILLE, VT

Superintendent: Kathy Stetson 626-5089 Any questions call between 9am and 9pm

If no answer, please leave messageEmail: kmstetson17@hotmail.com

Assistant: Linda Broome 274-8901

RULES & REGULATIONS All exhibits must be entered on: SUNDAY, August 21 from 12pm to 8pm, MONDAY, August 22 from 12pm to 8pm

### PERISHABLES SHOULD BE ENTERED ON Monday August 22nd ###

It is encouraged that exhibitors with non-perishable only exhibits bring them in on SUNDAY!!!

~~~JUDGING WILL BE DONE ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 23rd~~~

ALL EXHIBITS MUST BE PICKED UP ON MONDAY, AUGUST 29thFROM NOON TO 7PM

A watchman will be on duty at night to guard the building and its contents. The Fair Association will not be responsible for anything left in Floral Hall.

Articles will be judged on color, design, appropriateness and workmanship. The exhibitor must make all articles. Only one entry is allowed per person in each class. *A working telephone number must be submitted for each entrant. *All exhibits should be clean and unstained, suitable for exhibition.Management reserves the right to refuse any entry.*Premiums may be picked up Thursday, August 25th after 12pm in Floral Hall if you are at the fair. No passes will be given.*

Previously submitted articles winning a cash premium will not be accepted for exhibition.

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BASEBALL!

AMERICA'S GAME!FANCY WORK

ALL AFGHANS AND QUILTS SHOULD MEET THE SIZE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SECTION ENTERED OR IT WILL NOT BE JUDGED IN THAT SECTION

Section 1 – Afghans (King & Queen)1. Crocheted 2. Knitted 3. Woven 4. Other Variety PREMIUMS: $8.00; $6.00; $4.00 Section 1A – Afghans (Full & Twin)PREMIUMS: $6.00; $4.00; $2.00

Section 1B – Afghans (Baby & Lap Throws)PREMIUMS: $4.00; $2.00; $1.00 Section 2-Bedspreads1. Crocheted 2. Knitted 3. Applique 4. Other Variety BABY…45X45”PREMIUMS: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 for King & Queen TWIN…68X86” $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 for Full & Twin FULL…80X86” $4.00, $3.00 $2.00 for Baby QUEEN…84X96” KING…102X96”Section 3 – QuiltsA) Hand quiltedPREMIUMS: $30.00, $20.00, $10.00 For King & Queen $20.00, $10.00, $5.00 For Full & Twin

B) Machine Pieced; Tacked, Tied or Machine QuiltedPREMIUMS: $20.00, $15.00, $10.00 For King & Queen $15.00, $10.00, $5.00 For Full & Twin

C) AppliquéPREMIUMS: $15.00, $10.00, $5.00 For King & Queen $10.00, $7.00, $4.00 For Full & Twin

D) Baby Quilt (All Varieties)PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 For Any Size

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E) Throws (All Varieties)PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 For Any Size

Section 4 – Tablecloths1. Embroidered 2. Cut work 3. Crocheted 4. Other VarietyPREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 for Large (48” diameter or 48” x 48” and over) $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 for Small (47”diameter or 47” x 47’ and under)

Section 5– Pillowcases (All Varieties)PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00

Section 6 – Centerpieces & Doilies1. Embroidered 2. Cut work 3. Crocheted4. Tatted 5. Woven 6. Other VarietyPREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 for 20” & over diameter…large $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 for 8-20” diameter…medium $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 for under 8” diameter…smallSection 7 – Rugs1. Braided 2. Other VarietyPREMIUMS: $15.00, $12.00, $10.00 over six feet…large $12.00, $10.00, $8.00 four – six feet…medium $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 for latch hooked and rugs (under four foot)

Section 8-Hooked Rugs (Fine & Primitive)This section is co-sponsored by Sue Longchamps of the Burke Hollow Rug Room

Miniatures (punch hooking) 2. Small (mug rugs to small mats…8x10”), pillowsPREMIUMS: $6.00, $4.00, $2.00

3 .Wall Hangings-framed, matted or freehanging: a) medium-(2x3’ & under) b) large (3x4’ & over)

PREMIUMS: $12.00, $9.00, $6.00

4. Floor Rugs: a) fine shaded b) wide cutPREMIUMS: $15.00, $12.00, $10.00 6x8’ and over $12.00, $10.00. $8.00 3x4’ to 5x6’ $8.00, $5.00, $3.00 2x3’ and smaller

BEST IN SHOW: Section 8; (Judges Choice) $10.

Section 9 – Pillows 1. Quilted (machine or hand) 2. Other Variety PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00

Section 10 –Table Runners, Scarves and Placemats (set of 4); (All Varieties)PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00

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Section 11 – Wall HangingsPREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Fancy Work (sewn, needlework, etc.)

Section 12 – Stuffed Toys – Individual or SetPREMIUMS: $8.00, $5.00, $3.00 Large (12” and over) $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small (11.5” and under)

Section 13 – Doll’s & Doll’s clothes (group of 3 ensemble)1. Crocheted 2. Knitted 3. SewnPREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Large Dolls (12” and over ) $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small Dolls (11.5” and under) $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 Large Doll’s Clothes (for 12” dolls & over) $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 Small Doll’s Clothes (for 11.5” dolls & under)

Section 14 – Knit or Crocheted Adult Sweaters ***Machine Made Not Allowed***PREMIUMS: $16.00, $12.00, $8.00 Cardigan or Pullover

Section 15 – Knit or Crocheted Child’s Sweater ***Machine Made Not Allowed***PREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Cardigan or Pullover

Section 16 – Knit or Crocheted Vests ***Machine Made Not Allowed***PREMIUMS: $7.00, $4.00, $3.00 Any Size

Section 17 – Bags, Totes, & Novelty ItemsPREMIUMS: $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 Large $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 Small

Section 18 – Knit, Crocheted or Sewn: Hats, Mittens, Socks, Scarves, Cowls (any size)***Machine Made Not Allowed***PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Adult $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 Child

Section 19 – Knit or Crocheted Adult Hat, Mitten or Scarf Set ***Machine Made Not Allowed***(should include 2 of 3 items)PREMIUMS: $10.00, $6.00, $4.00

Section 20- Knit or Crocheted Child’s Hat, Mitten or Scarf Set(should include 2 of 3 items)PREMIUMS: $8.00, $5.00, $3.00

Section 21 – Baby Sweaters & Sets ***Machine Made Not Allowed***PREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00

Section 22 – Sewing1. Men’s Wear 2. Lady’s Wear 3. Children’s Wear 4. Infant’s Wear

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PREMIUMS: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 Adult $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Childrens & Infants

Section 23– Needlework(Cross stitch, Embroidery, Needlepoint, Crewel)PREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Large - 8” x 10” and up $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small - 5” x 7” and under

Section 24 – Potholders (Pair)1. Knit 2. Crochet 3. Sewn 4. OtherPREMIUMS: $4.00, $2.00, $1.00

Section 25-Hand Spun SkeinsIdentify material used,(animal or plant)Skeins must be hand spun by exhibitorEach hand spun skein must contain a minimum of 1oz of fiber and be 1 ½ to 2 yards in circumference, wound neatly and tied in at least 2 places.Yarn may be single or pliedSkeins will be judged on consistency of spinning and plying, appropriate hand and overall qualityEach entry must be accompanied by a 3X5 card, folded in half and taped closed. On the inside, PRINT CLEARLY: Entrants name, Address and Telephone number.

Materials used: 1) Wool 2) Exotic(other animal) 3) Other [non-animal material]Plies: A) sport B) worsted C) bulky PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 The Northeast Handspinners Association is sponsoring a $25.00 prize for the overall best skein. Awarded by them.

If an item is in for judging, it cannot be taken out of the exhibit hall until the end of the fair without special permission from the superintendent of Floral Hall.

PREMIUM: a reward or recompense for a particular act.

Arts and Crafts(No Kits)

Entries in Sections 1 & 2 should be based on subject matter. Categories are: People, Places & Things.

ITEMS ENTERED IN SECTIONS (1) AND (2) SHOULD BE FRAMED AND SUITABLE FOR HANGING, WITH A WIRE HANGER

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Any professional entries will be judged separtly from the amateur entries.

Section 1 – Pictures – Canvas or Paper1. Oil 2. Water Color 3. Pastels 4. Pencil or Ink 5. Other Media 6. Acrylics

PREMIUMS: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 Large – 20” x 16” and up (canvas size) $7.00, $5.00, $3.00 Medium- 12” x 14” and up (canvas size) $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small – 5” x 7” and under (canvas size)

Section 2– Photos – Color; Black & White or Collage

PREMIUMS: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 Large – 8” x 10” and up (photo size) $5.00, $4.00, $3.00 Small – 5” x 7” and under (photo size)

Section 3 – Carvings $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 Small Grouped (no more than 6) $3.00, $2.00, $1.00 Small Single

Section 4 – Wooden Items (All Varieties)PREMIUMS: $10.00, $8.00, $6.00 Large $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small

This section sponsored by NEK Basket Supply, East Burke, VTSection 5 – BasketryBeginner: including, but not limited to a simple style basket using a wooden or woven base, start & stop or continuous weaving and finished using flat oval or flat reed. The shape of the basket should follow the natural shape of the base. PREMIUMS: SMALL (8” DIAMETER & UNDER): $10.00, $6.00, $4.00 LARGE (8” DIAMETER & OVER): $15.00, $9.00, $6.00Intermediate/Advanced: including, but not limited to a basket demonstrating several weaving techniques i.e. twined base, solid woven base, start/stop weaving, continuous, the addition of dyed reed, twill, weave & chase, the use of handles, etc. The basket will also demonstrate strong skills in shaping with consistency. Basket shapes may include but are not limited to catshead style, fishing creels, back packs, a basket using a handle & the handle fits well, a basket with a lid and the lid fits well.PREMIUMS: SMALL (8” DIAMETER & UNDER): $10.00, $6.00, $4.00 LARGE(8” DIAMETER & OVER): $15.00, $9.00, $6.00

Section 6 – Dried or Silk Flower Arrangement or HangingPREMIUM: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Large (12” and over) $5.00, $4.00, $3.00 Small (under 12”)

Section 7– Fancy Photo AlbumsPREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00 Large – (8” x 10” and up) $5.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small – (5” x 7” and under)

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Section 8 – Christmas DecorationsPREMIUMS: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00 Large (12” and over) $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small (under 12”)

Section 9 – Other Holiday Decorations (Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.)PREMIUMS: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00 Large (12” and over) $4.00, $3.00, $2.00 Small (under 12”)

Section 10 – Christmas Wreaths (REAL) (decorated)PREMIUMS: $8.00, $6.00, $4.00

Section 11 – Craft Wall HangingsPREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00

Section 12 – Plastic CanvasPREMIUMS: $3.00 – 15” and over $2.00 – 10” – 14”

Section 13 – Special Crafts ExhibitsPremiums will be awarded on items not listed above in accordance to their merit. Judges decision is FINAL!!! (Large/Small depends on Superintendent’s decision.) PREIUMS: $5.00, $4.00, $2.00

Children’s Exhibits (ages 14 & under)Premiums will be paid in this section in accordance to their merits as are exhibited, including vegetables, fruits and plants. Children can have the option to compete with adults if desired. PREMIUMS: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00* All childrens crafts (from school, etc.) can be entered as well as “Lego”, “Lincoln Log”, etc. constructions

Individual Senior Citizen’s Exhibits (ages 62 & up)Premiums will be paid in this section in accordance to their merits as are exhibited, including vegetables, fruits & plants. PREMIUMS: $3.00, $2.00, $1.00

CHILDREN’S COLORING CONTEST

To encourage those 12 years of age and under to participate at the fair a picture to color, paint or decorate is included with the booklet. Copies may be made if wanted. Please put the age of the entrant on the front and the name, town of residence and telephone number on the back.There will be 4 age divisions:

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1) Up to 2 years old2) From 3 to 5 years old3) From 6 to 9 years old4) From 10 to 12 years oldAge as of August 21, 2016

PREMIUM: $5.00 for each age group for each mediumSuperintendent reserves the right to refuse anything that may not be age appropriate.

GARDEN PRODUCTS DIVISION

Vegetables must conform to the list and be grown by exhibitor. Vegetables must be clean, free from injury, disease and conform to variety. Only one premium of the same variety per exhibitor. No two members of the same family can enter vegetables, farm crops, dairy products, canned goods and fruit, etc. in the same class. Beets, carrots and onions should be exhibited with 1-1/4” to 1-1/2” of top remaining. Do not remove roots, but wash thoroughly. Onions should not be peeled, and only one strip peeled down on corn. Vegetables are judged on size, shape, cleanliness, freedom from disease and insect damage. Large size generally denotes over maturity and poor quality. Number of specimens required shown after each article. Plates for display will be furnished by the Fair Association.

Section 1 – VegetablesPREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00CLASS:Beans, Purple (6)Beans, Red Kidney (½ pt)Beans, Shell in Pod (6 pods)Beans, Snap (Green pod) (6 pods)Beans, Snap(Wax pod) (6 pods)Beans, Soldier (6 pods)Beets (3)Broccoli (1 head)Brussels Sprouts (6)Cabbage, Ball Head (1)Cabbage, Flat (1)Cabbage, Pointed (1)Cabbage, Red (1)Cabbage, Savoy (1)Carrots, Half Long (3)Carrots, Long (3)Carrots, Short (3)

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Cauliflower (1 head)Celery (1 bunch)Corn, Sweet Gold (3)Corn, Sweet Mixed (3)Corn, Sweet White (3)Cucumbers, Burpless (3)Cucumbers, Pickling (3)Cucumbers, Ripe (3)Cucumbers, Slicing (3)Eggplant (1)Garlic (3 bulbs)Gourds, Mixed (3)Herbs (3 varieties)Kale, several leaves in waterKohlrabi (3)Leeks (3)Lettuce, Head (1)Lettuce, Leaf-several in waterMelon, Cantaloupe (1)Melon, Watermelon (1)Onions, Red (3)Onions, White (3)Onions, Yellow (3)Parsnips (3)Peas, Green (6 pods)Peas, Snow (6 pods)Peppers, Green (3)Peppers, Hot (3)Peppers, Red (3)Peppers, Small Sweet (3)Pumpkin, Field (1)Pumpkin, Pie (1)Radish (5)Squash, Acorn (1)Squash, Blue Hubbard (1)Squash, Buttercup (1)Squash, Butternut (1)Squash, Delicatta (1)Squash, Patty Pan (2)Squash, Green Hubbard (1)Squash, Summer, Crookneck (1)Squash, Summer, Straightneck (1)Squash, Unusual (1)

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Squash, Zucchini (1)Swiss Chard (1) plant in waterTomatoes, Cherry (5)Tomatoes, Grape (5)Tomatoes, Green (3)Tomatoes, Pear/Paste (5)Tomatoes, Red (3)Tomatoes, Yellow (3)Turnip, Flat-Purple (1)Turnip, Rutabagas (1)Unusual

Section 2 - Eggs

PREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00CLASS: 1. Brown Eggs (1 dozen) 2. White Eggs (1 dozen) 3. Other Variety (1 dozen) Section 3 – PotatoesPremiums: $6.00, $4.00, $2.00Mark potato variety on plateCLASS:1. Table stock: Green Mountain (5) 2. Table stock: Kennebec (5) 3. Table stock: Cow Horn (5) 4. Table stock any other variety (5) 5. Red (5) 6. Yukon Gold (5)

Section 4 – Fresh FruitPREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00CLASS:1. Fruit of each variety; such as apples, plums, etc. (5) 2. Basket of small fruits; raspberries, blackberries, etc. (1 pint) please put in zip lock bag!! 3. Rhubarb (5 stalks)

Section 4- Honey ProductsStrained Honey to be in commercial 1 pound honey jarsPREMIUMS: $7.00, $5.00, $3.00 (liquid honey)Light AmberMedium AmberDark AmberPREMIUMS: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00combed honeycreamed honey

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PREPARED FOODS

***All items entered in the PREPARED FOODS SECTIONS will be opened and taste tested by the judges***

***More than one variety of canned fruits and/or vegetables can be entered by the same person***

Section 1 – Canned Fruits, VegetablesPREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00Please use glass jars and appropriate label for product.1. Canned vegetables (1 pint)2. Canned fruit (1 pint)3. Jellies, Jams & Preserves (1/2 pint)4. Pickles (beans, cukes, beets, etc.) (1 pint)5. Salsa and relishes (1/2 pint)

Section 2- Decorated CakesPREMIUMS: $10.00, $6.00, $4.00Please wrap in plastic wrap as tight as possible!

Section 3 – Baked GoodsPREMIUMS: $5.00, $3.00, $2.00No commercial mixes allowed. Please put in ZIP LOCK BAG!CLASS:1. Best Apple pie of the Fair $10.00 6. Breads: Yeast – Rolls (6), 2. Cookies (6) and Bars (6) and donuts (6) Loaf (1) and Coffee Cake (1)3. Cake, (snack or undecorated) (whole) Quick Bread – Loaf (1),4. Pie, Soft or Fruit Pie other than apple (8”) Muffins (6), Other Rolls (6)5. Candy (6 pieces)

SPECIAL CONTEST...FOODS

1) Make your favorite portable snack mix to take to the ball park. It must have at least 5 different ingredients (please list) and be categorized as spicy, savory or sweet.

Please enter a full quart sized zip-lock bag.PREMIUMS: $10.00/category

2) Make a crockpot full of your favorite baked beans. Bring them to Floral

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Hall on Wednesday, Aug 24th before 9am (gates will be open, no ticket needed to get on the grounds). Judging will be done on Wednesday.

PREMIUMS: $10.00

***As in the previous few years it has been the decision of the volunteers that work in Floral Hall that the baked goods that are entered be offered to the public for a donation to the local HOPE backpack program. It is preferred, rather than watch the entries mold over the 5 days that they are at the fair. If you would prefer NOT to participate in this endeavor, please let us know when items are entered. Thank you.

THE MALCOLM JENKINS AWARD: in honor of the late Malcom Jenkins there will be a $5.00 premium and a special ribbon given to the largest zucchini entered at the fair.One division for adults and one for children, 14 years old & under

LARGEST PUMPKIN CONTESTPrizes will be given for the heaviest/largest in four different age groups. The pumpkin does not have to be ripe.Age groups are: 1) 6 and under 2) 7-12 years 3) 13-18 years 4) 19 and over AGE AS OF AUG. 17, 2014PREMIUM: $25.00 EACHPLEASE ENCOURAGE THE YOUTH TO DO MOST OF THE RAISING OF THE PUMPKINS AS POSSIBLE!

LARGEST HUBBARD SQUASHCategories same as pumpkin contest. Must be over 10 poundsPREMIUM: $10.00 EACH

Flower Show Exhibits

An exhibitor may not enter more than one exhibit in each variety. Two or less entering in any variety of potted plants, cut flowers or arrangement is considered “no competition” and a first place premium will be given ONLY if entry exhibits real merit. Generally, second premium will be the high award in such cases. Bring your own containers. Arrange your own flowers by class. The Association cannot be responsible for containers holding exhibits.

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PREMIUMS: $5.00, $4.00, $3.00 Most Unusual of show $10.00

CLASS:1. Bouquet or basket of gladioli DEFINITIONS;2. Mixed flowers for artistic arrangement bouquet: flowers 3. Mixed wild flowers for artistic arrangement picked & fastened 4. Bouquet of any single variety of garden flower (minimum of 5) together in a bunch5. Patriotic bouquet or arrangement of red, white & blue flowers6. Miniatures-container not more than 3 inches high7. African violets and gloxinias arrangement: 8. House plant of any variety something made by9. Formal arrangement arranging parts or10. Centerpiece things together in a11. Most unusual plant proper order12. Hanging plants (all varieties—of your own design)13. Flower arrangement or plant in unusual container14. Fairy Garden...portable15. Fairy Garden...a set of at least 5 pictures of your in-ground garden either mounted on a

board or in a book.

SUGGESTIONS:*stems should be clear of leaves under the water line in containers*cut flowers in the morning with stems as long as possible, leaving them in water forseveral hours

The judges (in all categories) may also award ribbons to their favorite entry of the fair PREMIUM $5.00

DAILY – PEOPLE CHOICE AWARDPREMIUM $5.00

Voting on special exhibit each day by the public.

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SPECIAL CONTESTS:

1) Make a stadium seat or cushion. Something “comfy”that you would use to sit on during a long baseball game. It can be made from any medium you choose. Knit, crocheted, sewn, repurposed or even constructed from wood?PREMIUMS: $10.00

2) Make your own baseball cap using any medium(wood?). Embellish as you wish with your favorite team emblem (national or local). The more creative the better!PREIUMS: $5.00

3) Let's fill our stadium! Enter anything else made witha baseball theme (quilt, afghan, shirt, painting, photo, etc.)PREMIUMS: will depend on entries

4) For all of our local baseball/softball players...makeyour own baseball card. Include a 4x6” picture, with your first name, team and position mounted on a 5x7” posterboard. Get your whole team to enter!PREMIUMS: will depend on entries

***TRIAL CATEGORY***Adult Coloring Pages. Doing all that coloring? Why not mount your favorite on posterboard and display it at the fair? Open to those 13 years old and over as of August 21, 2016.Categories will depend on entries.PREMIUMS: $5.00/category

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