Show Rules
- Each entry must plainly show the entry number, class of exhibit and adult or youth entry (Youth under 14 years of age).
- Youth entries will be judged by age. All youth entry tags must clearly show
- All entries must be made by entrant within the last two years.
- Responsible care will be used in handling and showing the entries, but no further responsibility will be taken for them.
- Exhibits will be judged on workmanship, effect and Three places may be awarded in each class plus a Best of Show ribbon will be awarded. Professional exhibits will not be judged. There will be a people's choice ribbon awarded at the end of the weekend. Come out and vote!
- Entries are not limited to Grundy County or any age group.
JUDGING CLASSES FOR ADULTS AND YOUTH ENTRIES
- YOUTH
- Models
- Latch hook
- Christmas
- Beading
- Mosaic
- Needlework
- Plastic Canvas
- Original
- Kit
- Plaster Craft
- Jewelry (limit 4 entries per class)
- Kit
- Homemade
- Scrap booking
- Album
- Single Page
- Stickers
- Card Making
- Handmade
- Computer Made
- K’nex
- Under 2’X2’X2’
- Over 2’X2’X2’ no bigger than 3’X3’X2”
- Lego’s
- Large
- Small
- COUNTED CROSS STITCH
- Linens and Silks
- Kits
- Graphs
- Original Design
- Aida cloth
- Kit
- Graphs
- Original Design
- NEEDLEWORK
- Plastic Canvas
- Embroidery
- Candlewicking
- Needlepoint
- Linens & Silks
- Original
- Chart
- Kit
- Aida Cloth
- Original
- Chart
- Kit
- Linens & Silks
- Filet Crochet
- QUILTS, COVERLETS AND WALL HANGING
- Hand sewn
- Machine
- Hand/Machine Sewn
- Applique
- Patchwork
- Miniatures
- Linens and Silks
- AFGHANS
- Knitted
- Crocheted
- Tunisian
- CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
- Table Linens
- Ornaments
- Tree Skirts
- Wreaths
- Decorations
- Wall Hangings
- CERAMICS
- DOLLS
- Rag
- Porcelain
- Stuffed Animals
- WOODWORKING
- Lathe Work
- Spindle Work
- Kits
- Clocks
- WOOD CARVING
- Relief
- In the round
- Chip
- Marquetry
- Intarsia
- In lay
- Other
- Furniture
- New handmade
- Refinished Antique
- TOLL PAINTING
- Plaques
- On tin
- Other
- STENCILING
- TIN PUNCH
- STAINED GLASS
- Windows
- Under 2’ square
- Over 2’ square
- Any Flat Iten
- Any 3-dimensional
- Other
- Windows
- LEATHER WORK
- Any item original
- Any item kit
- Tooled
- MODELS
- Car, Planes, Boat (one entry per type)
- BASKETRY
- BABY ITEMS
- Sweaters
- Blankets
- Hats and Mittens
- Clothing
- DOLL HOUSES
- Original Design
- Kit
- Combination (original & kit)
- TABLE RUNNERS AND NAPKINS
- CLOTHING
- DIORAMA
- SCRAP BOOKING
- Album
- Large 12 X 12
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Small 8 X 8 or 9 X 9
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Large 12 X 12
- Single Page
- Large 12 X 12
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Small 8 X 8 or 9 X 9
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Large 12 X 12
- Themes
- Large 12 X 12
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Small 8 X 8 or 9 X 9
- Commercial
- Handmade
- Large 12 X 12
- Album
- CARD MAKING
- Commercial Embellishments
- Handmade Embellishments
- Creative Cuts
- Special Folds
- Crimped
- Embossed
- Jewelry (Limit 4 entries per class)
- Handmade
- Ear Rings
- Necklaces
- Bracelet / Anklets
- Kits
- Handmade
- Collections (2 per 2 entries)
Birdhouses
ENTRIES TAKEN 5PM-7PM SEPTEMBER 27TH ONLY
PICK UP ENTRIES 2:30PM-5PM SEPTEMBER 29TH
GENERAL RULES:
- All entries must be built and/or decorated by the entrant within the last 12 months.
- Entrants must indicate whether the birdhouse is functional or decorative.
- Age groups:
-Adult 18 years of age and up
-Youth A (6 – 9 years of age)
-Youth B (10-13 years of age)
-Youth C (14-18 years of age)
Section 1. Decorative
These will be judged on aesthetics, imaginative theme or concept, whimsy, exceptional use of form, texture, color, composition, and *craftsmanship (*THIS CLASS IS NOT REQUIRED TO USE BIRDHOUSE SIZE REQUIREMENT)
Class 10: Original
Class 11: Kit
Class 12: Premade
Section 2. Functional
Requirements:
- Birdhouses must be original and suitable for a type of species that nests in Illinois. Entrants must indicate the species the house is designed for and use accepted standards. (Refer to birds.cornell.edu/nestinginfo/downloads/songbirdholesize.pdf for these standards)
- The walls and roof should be at least ¾ inch thick to provide insulation against spring and summer sun.
- The entry hole should be the correct size for the species. The over-all inside dimensions should also be appropriate for the species.
- The house should be assembled, with appropriate fastening material, to ensure it will last through an entire nesting season. (Example: Cord or string hanger will probably fail.)
- No perches should be provided near entry holes to reduce threats from predators.
- There should be a way to open for monitoring nesting activity and for cleaning after use.
- The roof should be slanted to allow for water run-off and provide enough overhang to minimize rain entering the house
- There should be ventilation under the eaves to provide air flow. (Gaps or holes drilled)
- If a house is painted, the colors should be light or neutral tones. Dark colors absorb the sun’s rays and make the box too warm inside.
- The inside wall of deep houses (wood duck, owl, etc.) should have recessed grooves or rough surfaces under the entrance hole to help baby birds climb out.
Class 13: Original
Class 14: Kit
NOTE: As little as one foot in hanging height can make a big difference in the birds you attract. If you desire winter wrens, for example, one less foot in height will help keep out other wrens. Make certain that all entry holes 1.5 inches and smaller in diameter are sized exactly in order to keep starlings out.
For more information on birdfeeders and birdhouse specific species, check internet sites such as www.50birds.com
Show Details
Located at First Presbyterian Church: 200 E. Jackson St., Morris, IL 60450
ENTRIES ACCEPTED 5pm-7pm FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27th ONLY
Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Entry Fee - Corn Festival Button
Jeri Robinson—Chair / Co-chair