N.B. Please Note That There Are Two Divisions For Seniors (Please Refer To Definition *)

Chairpersons: Phyllis Tyrie (905-294-4560) & Ann Murphy (905-294-7980)

Before entering this Section, please refer to the Additional Homecraft Rules as well as the following:

* Closing date for entry forms: Thursday, September 15th, 2011 by 8:00 p.m.* Will be strictly enforced.

Additional Rules:

1. Minimal assistance by craft personnel is allowed.
2. There are to be no more than three (3) articles in each Class from each residence.
3. An entry fee of 25 cents will be charged for each entry plus a $5.00 exhibitor fee.
4. All prize money will be sent to the Residence but is to be the property of the winning resident.
5. Exhibits must be brought to the Homecraft Building on Tuesday, Sept. 27th between 12 noon and 9:00 p.m., and may be reclaimed on Sunday, October 2nd between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m.
6. Residences must attach a list of exhibitors to their entry form so that the appropriate number of complimentary Fair passes can be provided when exhibits are brought in.
   

Prize Money Classes #1-79:

1st – $6.00; 2nd – $4.00; 3rd – $3.00; 4th – $2.00

Division 1

*Residents In A 24-Hour Nursing Care Facility*

Christmas Collection Classes #1-4

1. A Christmas tree ornament.
2. A Christmas wall decoration.
3. A Christmas table ornament.
4. A Christmas card.

Needlework Classes #5-11

5. Baby sweater – knit or crochet.
6. Afghan – knit or crochet.
7. Needlecraft done by a handicapped person.
8. Knitted square 12″ x 12″.
9. Scarf – knit or crochet.
10. Dish Cloth – knit or crochet.
11. Any craft article – knit or crochet.

Crafts Classes #12-28

12. Refrigerator magnet.
13. Greeting card – any occasion.
14. Decorated gift bag.
15. Decorated bird house.
16. Craft using recycled materials.
17. Decorated candle.
18. Decorated bookmark.
19. Any craft article.
20. Pin cushion.
21. Decorative wall hanging -Autumn theme
    -not to exceed 12″.
22. Any article made of podge.
23. Decorated picture frame.
24. Decorated flower pot.
25. Placemat – any medium.
26. Flower arrangement 8″ or less.
27. Wrapped boxes – decorated 12″ x 12″ or less.
28. Any article – group project 12″ x 12″.

Photography Class #29

29. Single photo – “Something I Like” theme accompanied by a short description.

Creative Writing Classes #30-34

30. Original poem on any theme.
31. Favourite memory.
32. Dictated story (can be hand-written or typed).
33. Favourite recipe.
34. Framed painting with hanger – 12″ x 12″ or less.

100 Years And Over Classes #35-36
Open – 12″ X 12″ Or Less

35. Any article in needlework.
36. Any craft article.

Division 2

*Exhibitor Must Be 75 Years Of Age Or Older*

Independent Living Community Centres

Christmas Collection
Classes #37-41

37. Christmas tree ornament – knit or crochet.
38. Christmas tree ornament – any other medium.
39. A Christmas wall decoration.
40. A Christmas apron.
41. A Christmas table ornament.

Needlework Classes #42-64

42. Knitted socks.
43. Baby sweater and bonnet – knit or crochet.
44. Bassinet blanket – knit or crochet
45. Carriage blanket – knit or crochet.
46. Tea cozy – any medium.
47. Child’s sweater – knit or crochet.
48. Adult’s sweater – knit or crochet.
49. Afghan – knit or crochet.
50. Doily – crochet 6″ to 12″.
51. Set of 2 place mats.
52. Any novelty toy – fabric.
53. One stuffed toy or doll – knit or crochet (no sets).
54. Slippers – knit or crochet.
55. One article – hand embroidered.
56. Pair of pot holders.
57. Dressed doll not over 12″.
58. Scarf – knit or crochet.
59. Shawl – knit or crochet.
60. Baby dress – knitted.
61. Hat & mittens – knit or crochet.
62. Bag – any medium.
63. Vest – any medium.
64. Dish cloth – knit or crochet.

Crafts Classes #65-75

65. Any article in plastic canvas.
66. One hand crafted birdhouse 10″ x 10″.
67. Napkin holder (no plastic canvas).
68. Pin cushion.
69. Decorative wall hanging – Autumn theme
    -not to exceed 12″.
70. Any article in wood working – no larger than 12″.
71. Any article in podge.
72. Flower arrangement 8″ or less.
73. Wrapped boxes – decorated 12″ x 12″ or less.
74. Decorated hat – ornamental.
75. Any article – group project 12″ x 12″.

Creative Writing Classes #76-79
Open – 12″ X 12″ Or Less

76. Original poem on any theme.
77. Favourite memory.
78. Favourite recipe.
79. Framed painting with hanger 12″ x 12″ or less.

Awards:

Grecian Place Hair Salon - Division 2 – gift certificate

Decorating Den – Division 1 – $25.00

Committee’s Choice - Division 1 – $25.00

Committee’s Choice - Division 2 – $25.00