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4000 Series
Ohio State Fair - Creative Arts Produced and Managed by Sandy Libertini
Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014
ARTS & CRAFTS, ANTIQUES AND FASHION
There's more than 300 competitions
this year in Arts & Crafts! From
quilts to weaving, fashion to
photography, emerging arts to
antiques, we showcase the talents
and creative diversity of Ohioans.
ANTIQUES
Antiques - 4101
pg 3
1. Dolls
2. Figurines
3. Jewelry
4. Paper
5. Business/Retail
6. College Memorabilia
7. Kitchen Utensils
8. Miscellaneous
Antique
Collection - 4102
pg 4
FASHION ARTS
Fashion Sewing
pg 5
Art - 4201
1. Birth-Age 3 - Outfit
2. Age 4-11 - Outfit
3. Age 12-20 - Outfit
4. Women 21+ - Outfit
5. Any Wool Outfit/Item
Fashion Runway
pg 6
Show - 4202
1. Child's Coat or Jacket
2. Child's Outfit
3. Child's Costume
4. Clothing Item (Bgr)
5. Clothing Item (Int/Pro)
6. Coat or Jacket (Int/Pro)
7. Any Outfit (Int/Pro)
Sunburst Beauty
Pageant - 4203
pg 7
HANDCRAFTED ARTS
Gourd Art - 4301
pg 8
1. Painted/Colored
2. Carved/Wood Burned
3. Decorated
4. Novel or Functional
5. Doll/Animal/Character
6. Dec. Functional
Birdhouse
7. Jewelry
8. Musical Instrument
9. Holiday Theme
10. Junior Exhibitor
Handmade
Doll Art - 4302
1. Artistic Figural
2. Mixed Materials
3. Clay
4. Steampunk
5. Rag
6. Soft Sculpture
pg 9
Antiques & Collectibles ...............................Dept. 4100
Fashion Arts ................................................Dept. 4200
Handcrafted Arts .........................................Dept. 4300
Needle Arts .................................................Dept. 4400
Wild & Wacky Arts ......................................Dept. 4500
Ohio Severe Weather Poster ......................Dept. 4600
HANDCRAFTED ARTS
HANDCRAFTED ARTS
NEEDLE ARTS
Holiday Art - 4303
pg 9
1. Character
2. Stocking
3. Ornament
4. Tree Topper
5. Wreath/Door Decor
6. Table Centerpiece
7. Decoration
Scrapbook - 4310
pg 16
1. Celebrations
2. Family
3. Heritage (Genealogy)
4. Pets
5. Everyday Moments
6. Travel
Crochet - 4402
pg 22
1. Afghan
2. Clothing Accessory
3. Doily
4. Infant Wear
5. Semi-Const. Garment
6. Sweater
Stained Glass - 4311 pg 16
1. Free Standing Item
2. Hanging Piece
Felting - 4403
1. Crochet-to-Felt
2. Knit-to-Felt
3. Needle Felting
Jewelry & Beading - 4304
1. Bead Making
pg 10
2. Bead Stringing
3. Bead Embroidery
4. Bead Weaving
5. Knotting
6. Metalsmithing
7. Wire Working
8. Miscellaneous
9. Non-Wearable Beaded
Leather Art - 4305 pg 11
1. Belts
2. Pocket Items
3. Small Case Items
4. Large Case Items
5. Saddles
6. Horse Gear or Tack
7. Miscellaneous
8. Master Craftsman
Miniature Art - 4306 pg 12
1. Doll House
2. Other Structure
3. Theme Vignette
4. Miniature Art
5. Small 1/4" Scale
6. Youth Entry
Origami - 4307
pg 13
1. Floral
2. Geometric/Modular
3. Tessellations
4. Traditional
5. Money Folds
6. Kirigami
7. Original Design
Paper Arts - 4308
pg 13
1. Collage/Decoupage
2. Greeting Card
3. Other/Art Stamping
Photography - 4309 pg 14
Adult & Youth
Classes
1. Portrait
2. Nature/Scenic
3. Animals/Insects
4. Human Interest
5. Pet Portrait - New
6. Other (not listed)
7-12 Youth
Tablescape
Design - 4312
NEEDLE ARTS
pg 22
pg 17
Tole & Dec.
pg 18
Painting - 4313
1. Animals/Birds
2. Floral
3. Folk Art/Rosemaling
4. Holiday
5. Landscape/Seascape
6. People/Portraits
7. Still-life Fruits/Veg.
8-14 Pro Classes
15. Artist's Challenge
Woodworking - 4314 pg 19
1. Scroll Saw Item
2. Small Furniture
3. Small Wood Item
4. Turned Wood Item
5. Wood Carving
Other
pg 19
Crafting Art - 4315
1. Handcrafted Basketry
2. Button Art
3. Photograph Frame
4. Decorated Box w/Lid
5. Handmade Candles
6. Handmade Soaps
7. Ohio Themed Craft
8. Other Hobby/Art
Shipbuilding - 4316 pg 20
1. Youth Any Model
2. Scratch Built Adult
3. Wood Kit Adult
4. Resin Kit Adult
5. Plastic Kit Adult
6. Operational Adult
NEEDLE ARTS
Counted Cross
pg 21
Stitch-4401
1. 6-14 Fabric Count
2. 16-22 Fabric Count
3. 23-60 Fabric Count
Hand Spinning - 4404
1. Woven Item
pg 23
2. Knitted/Crocheted Item
3. Collaborative Item
4. Novelty Yarn
5. Silk Yarn
6. Fingering Weight Yarn
7. Sport Weight Yarn
8. Worsted Weight
9. Bulky Yarn
Knitting Art - 4405
pg 24
1. Accessories
2. Afghan
3. Infant Wear
4. Knitted Lacework
5. Original Design
6. Semi-Const. Garment
7. Sweater/Vest
8. Miscellaneous
Loom
pg 24
Weaving - 4406
1. Fashion Accessory
2. Garment
3. Hand Woven Fabric
4. Home Accessory
5. Hand Woven Throw
Needlepoint - 4407
pg 25
1. Bargello Item
2. Counted Design Item
3. Mixed Technique
4. Petit Point Item
Needle Arts
pg 25
Other- 4408
1. Bobbin Lace
2. Embroidery - Regular
3. Hardanger
4. Mixed Technique
5. Silk & Metallic Thread
HANDY LINKS:
pg 26
Quilting - 4409
1. Hand Quilted
2. First Time Contest.
3. Appliquéd Quilt
4. Mixed Technique
5. Pieced Quilt
6. Quilt-Group/Team
7. Quilt-Commissioned
8. Art/Innovative Quilt
9. Crib Quilt
10. Miniature Quilt
11. Wall Hanging - By Hand
12. Wall Hanging - Mixed
13. Wall Hanging - Pieced
14. Wall Hanging - Appliquéd
15. Garment
16. Novelty Quilt
17. Quilt Top
18. Quilted Misc. Item
19. Youth Quilters
Rug Art - 4410
pg 28
1. Latched Hooked Rug
2. Rag Rug
3. Animals/Birds/Insects
4. Fruit & Floral
5. Mixed Media
6. Oriental or Crewel
7. Original Design
8. People/Places/Pictorials
WILD & WACKY ARTS
Artistic
Upcycling - 4501
1. Decorative Item
2. Small Furniture
3. Functional Item
4. Wearable Art
5. Miscellaneous
pg 29
Brillo Pad Art - 4502 pg 30
1. Float
2. Brillo Outfit
3. 3-D Creation
4. Brillo Photography
Duck Tape®
pg 31
Art - 4503
1. Outfit/Garment
2. Accessory/Other
3. Any Flower
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Thank You Creative Arts 2014 Sponsors!
The Di Salle Creative Arts Center is Presented by
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Bob Evans
Central Ohio Weavers Guild
Model Expo
REZ Photography
Royalwood Ltd.
Scrap-n-Country
Buckeye Leather Crafters
Duck® Brand Duct Tape
Ohio Sheep Improvement Assoc.
Robert Rothschild Farm
The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati
The Yarn Shop
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Anonymous Sponsor
BlueJacket Shipcrafters
Buckeye Rug Hooking Guild
Bullen's Wullens
Central Ohio Woodturners
Cyndy's Dolls
Franklin Art Glass Studios Inc
Heart of Ohio Antique Center
Knitters Mercantile
Mid Ohio Knitters Guild
Ohio Gourd Society
Ohio Long Arm Quilters
Rivercity Figurative Artist Guild
Shipwrights of Central Ohio
Ohio Quilts
The Lumber Yard
The Cleveland Botanical Garden
The Doll Gatherers
The Guilded Lilies Doll Club
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Total Awards
Offered:
$202
CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4100
DiSalle Creative Arts Center
Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Antiques............................................................... Div #4101
Antique & Group Collections............................ Div #4102
Entry Deadline: June 20
Delivery: July 12 -13 (10a-5p)
SPONSOR:
Heart of Ohio Antique Center
Department Notes:
 Please refer to the general guidelines and specific division notes for important information.
 Upon submission of your entry to the Ohio State Fair’s Creative Arts competition(s), you agree to hold harmless and
forever discharge the State of Ohio, Ohio Expositions Commission, its members, officers, employees, contractors and
other authorized agents from any and all claims, actions, causes of actions, demands, costs, or damages that may arise
from the loss, theft or other damage to your property during or related to its exhibition at the Ohio State Fair.
 Contestant entry tag info will be covered during the Fair.
 Entries must be at least 50 years old.
Antiques
$152 Awards Offered
Div# 4101
Sponsor: Heart of Ohio Antique Center
Division Notes:
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Contestant should provide a doll stand for larger dolls.
Judging Guidelines:
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Age, Condition, Rarity and Value
CLASS
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AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
Dolls prior to 1950 .............................................................................................................. $10
Figurines .............................................................................................................................. $10
Jewelry ................................................................................................................................ $10
Paper .................................................................................................................................... $10
Business: Retail (any item or promotional material) ........................................................... $10
College memorabilia (any item or promotional material) ................................................... $10
Kitchen Utensils .................................................................................................................. $10
Miscellaneous ...................................................................................................................... $10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................................ Rosette
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Antique Group Collections
$50 Award Offered
Div# 4102
Sponsor: Heart of Ohio Antique Center
Division Notes:
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The maximum size of an exhibit is 15” deep, 15” high and/or 30” long.
At least three items comprising the collection must be exhibited; however, up to ten items may be displayed as long as
they fit within the size limitations.
Entry must be ready for display (no assembly by Creative Arts staff should be required).
Entries MUST be accompanied by a 5” x 8” card (typed or printed on front only) with the following information:
How the collection was started, year the collection was started, and size of collection (number of items and/or amount of
time spent).
All entries must be accompanied by a 5” x 7” photo of entire collection.
Previously exhibited collections are not eligible for entry.
Coin, currency or stamp collections are not accepted.
Electrical hook-ups for displays are not available.
Judging Guidelines:
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Uniqueness, presentation of collection, scope, completeness of collection and general appeal.
CLASS
AWARDS
1
2nd
3rd
st
1. Group Collection (3-10 items) ........................................................................................... $25
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CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4200
DiSalle Creative Arts Center
Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Total Awards
Offered:
$622
FASHION ARTS
Fashion Sewing Art ............................................ Div #4201
Fashion Style Runway Show ............................. Div #4202
Sunburst Beauty Pageant .................................. Div #4203
SPONSORS:
Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores,
Ohio Sheep Improvement Association
Sunburst Pageant
Entry Deadline: June 20
Department Notes:
 Please refer to the general guidelines and specific division notes for important information.
 Items must have been made by the contestant/seamstress within the past year (July 2013 – July 2014).
 Pieces should be delivered on a hanger(s); with a clear, dry cleaner-like bag cover (please do not tie or staple bottom).
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Items should be delivered with entry tag (attached with a lightweight string or cord and small safety pin).
Fashion Sewing Art
$232 Awards Offered
Div# 4201
Delivery: July 12-13 (10a-5p)
Sponsor: Ohio Sheep Improvement Association
Division Notes:
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Garments must be delivered on a hanger that provides support (one that is not required to be returned).
Division 4201 is not part of the style show.
Garments entered in this division can not be entered in division 4202.
Judging Guidelines:
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General appearance.
Color texture combination.
Appropriateness of fabric for design, age, occasion.
Evidence of good pressing techniques.
Neatness of work.
Choice and application of trims or finishing details.
Workmanship.
Cut on grain (woven or rib knit) of fabric.
Choice and execution of seams, hems, finished, and construction details.
Uniformity of seams, hems, finishes and construction details.
Degree of difficulty.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Birth - Age 3 - Any Outfit................................................................................................... $15
2. Age 4 - 11 - Any Outfit ....................................................................................................... $15
3. Age 12 - 20 - Any Outfit ..................................................................................................... $15
4. Women 21+ - Any Outfit .................................................................................................... $15
5. NEW in 2014! Any Wool Outfit / Garment ...................................................................... $50
$10
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$10
$10
$30
$ 8
$ 8
$ 8
$ 8
$20
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................................... Rosette
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Fashion Style Runway Show
$390 Awards Offered
Delivery: July 27 (9a-10a)
Div# 4202
Style Show: (2p)
Sponsor: Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Division Notes:
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Entries must be checked in at the dressing rooms of the DiSalle Creative Arts Center (right side of stage) from
9:00a-10:00a on Sunday, July 27, the day of the show. This time frame is necessary for the
closed judging to take place prior to the runway show. If late, your entry may not be judged and
eligible for awards.
Contestants (and models) should check in at the dressing rooms at 1pm.
Single clothing item or coat (classes 1,4,5 and 6) models will show at 2:00p, with other classes
immediately following (this allows models time to change).
The child and youth portion is for fashions and models aged 2-17; the adult portion is for models
and fashions aged 18+.
Pieces should be delivered on a hanger(s); with a clear, dry cleaner-like bag cover (please do not
tie or staple bottom).
Items should be delivered with entry tag (attached with a lightweight string or cord and small
safety pin) and a completed Fashion Style Show Form attached. Form must be clearly printed or
typed. If you enter multiple pieces, a separate form should be completed for each (form includes
a description of the garment to be read by narrator during the fashion show).
Entries will be released following the show.
Beginner Level (defined as contestant with less than two years experience).
No wedding attire is permitted.
Entries may be modeled by the contestant or an appropriate model must be provided by contestant.
Contestants are responsible for child models who appear in the fashion style show. Only children in the show are permitted
backstage.
First place winners in adult classes will return to the stage at the end of the show to determine the Best of Show winner.
A Singer Sewing machine to be awarded through lottery
drawing of all judged entries.
Contestant must be present during the
Runway Show to be eligible for this award.
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Judging Guidelines:
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Construction (50%) (closed judging held morning of the show)
Accuracy of grain line; suitability of fabric to design; coordination of trims and bindings to design and fabric; suitability
of interfacing to fabric; seams (uniformity grading, stitch quality finishes); finishes (buttonholes, collars, facings, hems,
pockets, pressing, shoulder, zippers); degree of difficulty – pattern, fabric.
Fit and Fashion (50%) (open judging at time of show)
Fit (bust, waist, hip line, sleeve length, shoulder ease, hem length); suitability to height, weight, age and coloring;
individuality; accessories; color coordination; appropriateness of garment for model.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Child: Coat or Jacket (outer wear) ......................................................................................... $20
2. Child: Any Outfit (no wedding attire) ................................................................................... $20
3. Child: Costume ...................................................................................................................... $20
4. Adult: Any Single Clothing Item (Beginner Level) ............................................................... $20
5. Adult: Any Single Clothing Item (Intermediate or Master Level) ......................................... $20
6. Adult: Coat or Jacket (Intermediate or Master Level) ........................................................... $20
7. Adult: Any Outfit (Intermediate or Master Level) ................................................................. $20
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
$15
$10
$10
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$10
$10
$10
$10
Best of Show (classes 1-3) ....................................................................................................... $25 and Rosette
Best of Show (classes 4-7) ....................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
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Sunburst Beauty Pageant
Div# 4203
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Saturday, July 26 Registration: (3:30p-4:30p) Sunburst Beauty Pageant: (4:30p-8:30p)
Sponsor: Sunburst Pageants
2013 Ohio State Fair Finals
Visit www.sunburstbeauty.com
for information to enter or call
352.429.4924
Enter the prestigious
OHIO STATE FAIR QUEEN
AND KING PAGEANT to
qualify for one of the most
trusted and coveted titles in the
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COMING TO THE OHIO STATE FAIR
July 26, 2014 at 4:30
DON’T MISS THE FUN AND EXCITEMENT!!!
Do you have a beautiful baby, child or young lady? Does your child enjoy being in front of an audience? Do you want to
be discovered? Sunburst Model Search & Beauty Pageant will be conducting its annual OHIO STATE FAIR QUEEN
AND KING PAGEANT at the DiSalle Creative Arts Center on July 26, 2014 at 4:30pm.
Sunburst is celebrating 36 years of discovering new faces! Current and former contestants have appeared in ads,
commercials, TV series, movies and all entertainment fields! We currently have two Sunburst contestants in movies and
two former contestants went on to become Miss America and Miss USA! Receive the opportunity to win $10,000, $5,000,
$2,000, $1,000, $500 savings bonds and many more outstanding gifts.
Judging is based on beauty and personality. There will be winners chosen from eleven (11) age divisions starting with boys
and girls (boys are judged separately from girls), under one year, one year olds and two and three year olds. Girls only will
be judged in 4-6 years, 7-10 years, 11-13 years, 14-17 years and 18-27 years. Contestant may be married or single.
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CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4300
DiSalle Creative Arts Center
Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Total Awards
Offered:
$6,235
HANDCRAFTED ARTS
Gourd Art .......................................... Div #4301
Handmade Doll Art .......................... Div #4302
Holiday Art........................................ Div #4303
Jewelry and Beading Art ................. Div #4304
Leather Art........................................ Div #4305
Miniature Art .................................... Div #4306
Origami.............................................. Div #4307
Paper Arts ......................................... Div #4308
Photography ...................................... Div #4309
Scrapbook Art................................... Div #4310
Stained Glass Art .............................. Div #4311
Tablescaping Art .............................. Div #4312
Tole & Decorative Painting ............. Div #4313
Woodworking Art ............................. Div #4314
Other Crafting Art ........................... Div #4315
Ship Building..................................... Div #4316
SPONSORS:
1 Stop Bead Shop
BlueJacket Shipcrafters
Buckeye Leathercrafters Guild
CenterFold Origami Convention
Central Ohio Woodturners
Columbus Miniature Society
Cyndy’s Dolls LLC
The Doll Gatherers
Franklin Art Glass Studio Inc.
Heart of Ohio Tole
Model Expo
Ohio Gourd Society
REZ Photography
Rivercity Figurative Artist Guild
Royalwood Ltd.
Scrap-n-Country
Shipwrights of Central Ohio
The Art Institute of Ohio – Cincinnati
The Guilded Lilies Doll Club
The Lumberyard
Entry Deadline: June 20
Delivery: July 12-13 (10a-5p)
Department Notes:
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Please refer to the specific division notes for additional guidelines.
Please refer to the general guidelines and specific division notes for important information.
Pieces should be ready for display (i.e. stand, base, sm easel, hanger, etc.) ID’s with name on bottom.
Gourd Art
$330 Awards Offered
Div# 4301
Sponsors: Ohio Gourd Society and Royalwood Ltd.
Division Notes:
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Gourds must be predominate in all classes.
A clear finish (wax, clear varnish, etc.) is allowed in all classes.
Limited accessories allowed (bases, hangers, gourd pieces, embellishments, etc.) unless noted otherwise.
Whole gourds should have no holes or cuts that completely penetrate the shell.
Cut gourds (bowls, bottles, baskets, etc) must be cleaned inside and may be decorated inside and out.
Gourds may be whole or cut unless specifically noted in the class description.
Paint / Color may include oils, acrylics, water colors, inks, color pencils, etc.
Entries that have been exhibited at previous Ohio State Fairs are not permitted to compete for prizes.
Judging Guidelines:
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Design: overall design/theme, suitability of accessories & artistic qualities.
Workmanship: neatness and quality, color/finish, balance/scale, and overall appearance.
Quality of the gourd: if poor, judges may rank the gourd lower than they would otherwise.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Painted / Colored ................................................................................................................................................................... $15
2. Carved or Wood Burned (stain allowed to accent design) ..................................................................................................... $15
3. Decorated (combination of techniques or any single technique not listed above in Classes 1-2) .......................................... $15
4. Novel or Functional Item....................................................................................................................................................... $15
5. Doll, Animal, or Character (one or more gourds or gourd parts) ........................................................................................... $15
6. Decorated, Functional Birdhouse .......................................................................................................................................... $15
7. Jewelry (set or single piece) .................................................................................................................................................. $15
8. Musical Instrument ................................................................................................................................................................ $15
9. Depicting a Holiday Theme (Christmas, Easter, July 4th, Thanksgiving, etc) ....................................................................... $15
10. Any Technique, Junior Exhibitor – age 16 or under .............................................................................................................. $15
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Best of Show ........................................................................................................................................................................................ Rosette
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Handmade Doll Art
$600 Awards Offered
Div# 4302
Sponsors: Cyndy’s Dolls LLC, The Doll Gatherers,
Rivercity Figurative Artist Guild and The Guilded Lilies Doll Club
Division Notes:
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Previous entries may not be re-entered, and entries must be made within the last two years.
Entries must be less than 24” tall.
Doll and stand/base not to exceed 12”x12” display area. Dolls must be securely attached to a stand/base.
Contestants will receive an evaluation sheet.
Judging Guidelines:
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Workmanship, creativity, and overall visual impact.
CLASS
AWARDS
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2nd 3rd
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1. Artistic Figural (abstract figure or portion of the human body utilizing any materials
and may include animals portraying humans) ..................................................................................................$50
2. Mixed Materials ( must use two or more materials) .........................................................................................$50
3. Clay (any type may be used) ............................................................................................................................$50
4. Steampunk (reflects activities using either science fiction or futuristic innovations as
Victorians would have envisioned) ..................................................................................................................$50
5. Rag (fabric) ......................................................................................................................................................$50
6. Soft Sculpture (fabric sculpture of a human figure) .........................................................................................$50
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Best of Show ..................................................................................................................................................................... Rosette
Holiday Art
$133 Awards Offered
Div# 4303
Sponsor: Open
Division Notes:
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The maximum size of an exhibit is 15” deep, 15” high and/or 30” long.
Entries may be designed for any holiday (not just Christmas) unless otherwise noted.
Construct the item well (delicate articles are not acceptable).
Electricity usage is optional (Creative Arts can’t guarantee an outlet, but will do our best).
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality of theme (40%)
Continuity and harmony of design (35%)
Impact/overall appearance (25%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Angel or Character (other than ornament or tree topper) ..................................................................................... $10
2. Stocking ............................................................................................................................................................... $10
3. Ornament (other than ceramic) ............................................................................................................................ $10
4. Tree Topper.......................................................................................................................................................... $10
5. Wreath or Door Decoration.................................................................................................................................. $10
6. Table Centerpiece (see size notes) ....................................................................................................................... $10
7. Decoration (not listed above) ............................................................................................................................... $10
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$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ...................................................................................................................................................................... Rosette
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Jewelry and Beading Art
$600 Awards Offered
Div# 4304
Sponsor: 1 Stop Bead Shop
Division Notes:
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All items must be ready for display. Help us make your pieces look their best! Try to include a small jewelry display
piece or fixture for best possible display and viewing (name on bottom).
Mounted is good, but please do not tie as makes it difficult when judging.
Contestant must choose the category that best describes the piece of jewelry being judged.
The judge reserves the right to move an entry to a more appropriate category if entry is entered into a class that does not
apply.
Judging Guidelines:
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Class 1: Judging will be on the quality of the beads themselves, not on the composition of a finished jewelry piece.
Beads may be finished into jewelry or mounted for display; however, if contestant’s goal is to have the beads judged on
the finished jewelry piece then it must be entered into the appropriate finished jewelry category.
Class 6: Contestant should identify what type of metalsmithing was used in the piece.
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Site has workshop and shop info.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Bead Making (defined as the art of making beads from glass, paper, metal, clay, textiles/fibers,
polymer clay, ceramics, lapidary, wood carving, etc.) .................................................................................... $30
2. Bead Stringing (defined as one bead after another strung in a linear way) ..................................................... $30
3. Bead Embroidery (defined as any bead project using needle to sew beads onto fabric) ................................. $30
4. Bead Weaving (defined as any bead project which uses a needle, where beads are sewn to each
other, including any bead weaving stitch and loom weaving) ......................................................................... $30
5. Knotting (defined as bead crochet, knitting, kumihimo, pearl knotting, macramé and micro
macramé, tatting, etc.) ..................................................................................................................................... $30
6. Metalsmithing (defined as hand forged, textured, shaped, riveted, soldered or otherwise worked
metal, wax casting, metal enameling, etc.) ...................................................................................................... $30
7. Wire Working (i.e. wire wrapping, coiling, chain maille, wire knitting and crochet) ..................................... $30
8. Miscellaneous (defined as textiles/fibers, mixed media, resin, non-metal enameling, paper,
lapidary, polymer clay, wood or anything not fitting in above categories) ..................................................... $30
9. Non-wearable Beaded Art (for decoration not jewelry, ie. picture, small art quilts, sculpture) ...................... $30
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Best of Show.........................................................................................................................................................$60 and Rosette
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Leather Art
$291 Awards Offered
Div# 4305
Sponsor: Buckeye Leathercrafters Guild
Division Notes:
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Items entered must be completed since the previous Ohio State Fair.
Pictures, clocks, wall hangings and frames must be delivered ready for display (i.e. easel, hanging hook or wire).
Leather may be carved, stamped, dyed, painted or stained but will be judged solely on overall leather craftsmanship.
Kits are not permitted in the master craftsman class. Commercial interiors of wallets, checkbooks, handbags, clutch
purses, etc. will be allowed as long as they are incorporated in a finished entry.
Previous Fair Best of Show winners are excluded from entering Classes 1-7
The Master Craftsman class is open to any contestant who desires to enter, including previous Ohio State Fair Best of
Show winners
Leather must be visible on at least 50% of the exterior surface.
Awards will be paid directly by Buckeye Leathercrafters Guild and mailed within 30 days following the Fair.
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality, applied craftsmanship and general appearance of the embellished design; suitability, construction, pattern
and choice of materials will be considered.
1st, 2nd and 3rd place may not be awarded, based on judge’s discretion of the exhibit’s merit.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Belts ..................................................................................................................................................................... $15
2. Pocket Items (i.e. billfolds, wallets, key cases, fobs, eyeglass cases, coin purses, etc.) ....................................... $15
3. Small Case Items (i.e. camera, holster, clutch purse, phone case, knife sheath, etc.) .......................................... $15
4. Large Case Items (i.e. shoulder bag, hand bag, rifle case, brief case, etc.) .......................................................... $15
5. Saddles ................................................................................................................................................................. $15
6. Horse Gear or Tack (i.e. bridles, collars, harness, hobbles, whips, or reins) ........................................................ $15
7. Miscellaneous (any item which does not fit into any other category) .................................................................. $15
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Best of Show (classes 1-7) ................................................................................................................................................. Rosette
8. Master Craftsman (any three items of the contestant’s choice may be entered) .................................................. $30 $20 $10
Best of Show ...................................................................................................................................................................... Rosette
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Miniature Art
$500 Awards Offered
Div# 4306
Sponsor: Columbus Miniature Society
Division Notes:
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All entries must be built to scale; scale should be consistent throughout the piece.
A 5”x8” card must be attached to the entry (string is recommended) providing info about the scale (and stay with the
entry in such a way not to be viewed by the judges).
Class 4: include a container for delivery and release.
The judge reserves the right to move an entry to a more appropriate category if entry is entered into a class that does not
apply.
Scales for Class 1-4 are 1”, ½”, ¼”, 1/12”, and 1/144”.
Judging Guidelines:
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Construction and scale (40%)
Adherence to period and design (30%)
Decoration and furnishing (15%)
Overall appearance and presentation (15%)
www.columbusminiaturesociety
CLASS
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1. Doll House (structure containing more than one room, complete with furnishings) ........................................$25
2. Other Structure - not doll house (i.e. barn, store, etc; containing more than one room
with furnishings and accessories) .....................................................................................................................$25
3. Theme Vignette - single scene, not a multi-room structure, with furnishings or accessories
(i.e. park bench, garden gate, single room scene, etc) ......................................................................................$25
4. Miniature Art - single piece (i.e. pottery, doll, etc.) Piece must be made by entrant .......................................$25
5. Any piece, house or single item, not covered in other classes or scales ...........................................................$25
6. Youth aged 11-17 (any of the above classes) ...................................................................................................$25
$15
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$10
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Best of Show ...................................................................................................................................................... $125 and Rosette
Commissioners’ Choice ..................................................................................................................................... $ 25 and Rosette
Peoples’ Choice .................................................................................................................................................. $ 50 and Rosette
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite miniature!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award
winners will be announced & rosette placed.
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Origami
$505 Awards Offered
Div# 4307
Sponsor: CenterFold Origami Covention
Division Notes:
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Class 1-6 entries must include a 3” x 5” card with the designer’s name and model name. Information may be written
on entry tag. If unknown, please write “Unknown”.
Class 7 entries must include a 3” x 5” card with the crease pattern. Judges may disqualify entries in original design
that don’t have a printed crease pattern.
Pieces must be ready for display (vase, stand or base, frame, hanger).
Judge reserves the right to move an entry to a more appropriate class.
Judging Guidelines:
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Complexity, presentation, workmanship,
creative use of materials and originality are all considered.
Execution/craftsmanship (25%)
Imaginative/creative use of materials (25%)
Overall presentation (50%)
www.ohiopaperfolders.com
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Floral ..................................................................................................................................... $30
2. Geometric/Modular ............................................................................................................... $30
3. Tessellations .......................................................................................................................... $30
4. Traditional (non-modular design) ......................................................................................... $30
5. Money Folds ......................................................................................................................... $30
6. Kirigami ................................................................................................................................ $30
7. Original Design (design of models) ...................................................................................... $30
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Best of Show .......................................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
Paper Arts
$200 Awards Offered
Div# 4308
Sponsor: Open
Division Notes:
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The maximum size of an exhibit is 15” deep, 15” high and/or 30” long.
Pieces should be ready for display (stand, easel or base).
For the Handcrafted Greeting Cards please submit a grouping of three cards.
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality of design
Presentation
Workmanship
Choice and creative use of materials
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Collage/Decoupage ................................................................................................................ $25 $15 $10
2. Handcrafted Greeting Cards (group of three) ........................................................................ $25 $15 $10
3. Other (i.e. Art/Rubber Stamping, Bookbinding etc). ............................................................. $25 $15 $10
Best of Show............................................................................................................................ $50 and Rosette
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Photography
$478 Awards Offered
Div# 4309
Sponsors: REZ Photography and The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati
Division Notes:
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Entry photos must be entered/uploaded online (please see image specifications on next page).
Only winning photos will be exhibited physically; however, all entries will be displayed on a large flat screen on a rotation
basis.
Amateur and professional artists/photographers should also consider entering in the Ohio State Fair’s Fine Arts division.
Photos should be saved as either a JPEG, GIF, BMP, or PNG electronic format.
Winning Entry Notes:
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Winning contestants will be notified by email no later than July 1. If you do not receive notification, contact Sandy Libertini
at s.libertini@expo.state.oh.us
Winning entries should be printed (photo quality) for wall display in the DiSalle Creative Arts Center. If mailing, please
mail in non-bendable envelope to protect.
Preferred size of photos is 8” x 10” (minimum of 5” x 7” and a maximum of 8” x 10”)
Photos should not be mounted or framed. To create a consistent display, CA staff will mount on acid-free mat board inhouse.
Contestant’s photo title, name, hometown and description should be provided on 3” x 5” card (please print neatly) with
photo. If you would like to sell your photo please add dollar amount on the 3” x 5” card. The Ohio State Fair receives a 30%
commission on all sales.
Photos must be displayed for the duration of the Fair, failure to do so will result in a forfeiture of award dollars/sales dollars.
Contestants requesting the return of a photo by mail must include a self-addressed postage paid envelope.
Judging Guidelines:
 Composition and technique
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Center of interest and focal point
Image quality
Impact and presentation (i.e. story telling; universal appeal; evokes feeling or emotion)
Overall encompassing of subject matter (lighting and presentation angles stressed)
CLASS: Adults 18+
AWARDS
1. Portrait (head & shoulder or full length of person[s] posed or informal, but not candid) ................................. $10
2. Nature/Scenic (i.e. landscapes, water, sunsets, flowers/plants, including macro; ID location) ......................... $10
3. Animals/Insects (i.e. any non-human living creature; animals, fish, bugs, birds, insects etc.) .......................... $10
4. Human Interest (candid, people interacting, action shots, storytelling, etc.) ..................................................... $10
5. Pet Portrait (portrait or candid) .......................................................................................................................... $10
6. Other (not listed above) ..................................................................................................................................... $10
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Best of Show .............................................................. $50, Rosette, and free mini session from REZ Photography ($75 value)
CLASS : Youth (Ages 11-17)
AWARDS
7. Portrait (head & shoulder or full length of person[s] posed or informal, but not candid) .................................. $10
8. Nature/Scenic (i.e. landscapes, water, sunsets, flowers/plants, including macro; ID location) .......................... $10
9. Animals/Insects (i.e. any non-human living creature; animals, fish, bugs, birds, insects etc.) ........................... $10
10. Human Interest (candid, people interacting, action shots, storytelling, etc.) ...................................................... $10
11. Pet Portrait (portrait or candid) ........................................................................................................................... $10
12. Other (not listed above) ...................................................................................................................................... $10
$5
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Best of Show ............................................................. $50, Rosette, and free mini session from REZ Photography ($75 value)
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Div# 4309
Entry Instructions:
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Photos should be submitted in either JPEG, GIF, BMP, or PNG electronic formats.
For ease in uploading, you may find it helpful to move images to your desktop (or a special folder).
Rename each photo with your initials and key words from the title (i.e. Ansel Adams’ photo “Clearing Winter
Storm” would become aa-clearwinterstorm.jpg).
 Sessions expire after 20 minutes of inactivity so be sure to save your entry.
 If you make a mistake, log back into “My Account”. Important: reload your images if you edit the title or description
of any of your uploaded images (may only be done before deadline).
 Remember to submit the digital images(s) at the time of registration.
 After successfully uploading an image, a photo thumbnail will appear on the right side of the screen.
 After completing your entry on-line, you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive this confirmation,
review the steps again. If still not successful after this, e-mail the entry department at b.prince@expo.state.oh.us
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Re-uploading images is only necessary if images did not upload correctly, or if you have edited the
title/description box:
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Log in as a returning exhibitor
Go to: “My Account” (left side of the screen)
View/Print Transactions for this Exhibitor
Click “Upload Media” (if the images are in the box just hit next until you see one without an image)
You will receive an e-mail confirmation.
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Scrapbook
$410 Awards Offered
Div# 4310
Sponsor: Scrap-n-Country
Division Notes:
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Contestants may submit a one or two page layout per class.
Targeted size of a page is approx. 12” x 12”; entry can be no larger than 30” x 30”.
Photos and embellishments must be permanently attached to the layout (Ohio State Fair is not responsible for loss of
picture or items attached to page).
Pages must be inside page protectors and separate from albums.
Awards are provided as gift certificates by Scrap-n-Country and will be available for pick up at Fair.
Judging Guidelines:
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Creative use of materials, originality, design, neatness and photo composition.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Celebrations ........................................................................................................................... $30
2. Family.................................................................................................................................... $30
3. Heritage (Genealogy, Tributes) ............................................................................................. $30
4. Pets ........................................................................................................................................ $30
5. Everyday Moments................................................................................................................ $30
6. Travel .................................................................................................................................... $30
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Best of Show ........................................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
Stained Glass
$345 Awards Offered
Div# 4311
Sponsor: Franklin Art Glass
Division Notes:
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Hanging piece (class 2) is a maximum size of 24” x 30”.
Pieces must be ready for display (easel, stand or base, hanger; working bulb if electric lamp). Help us make your pieces
look their best!
Every effort will be made to provide electric for lighted pieces.
Best of Show award is a $25 gift certificate to Franklin Art Glass.
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality (50%)
Use of color (25%)
Craftsmanship (25%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Free Standing Item .............................................................................................................. $100 $40 $20
2. Hanging Piece (max. 24 x 30”) ........................................................................................... $100 $40 $20
Best of Show .......................................................................................................................... $25 and Rosette
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Tablescaping
$175 Awards Offered
Div# 4312
Delivery / Set-up: July 23(10a – 1p) Open Judging: July 23 (3p)
Sponsor: Open
Division Notes:
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Design contest using tabletops to express creativity and style. Dress the table space with place settings, linens, menu
and accessories to enhance the dining experience of your fictional guests and explore your theme.
Competition is limited to 10 entries. Enter quickly!
A completed Tablescaping Description Form must be submitted when delivering (form online). Must include a menu
suitable for your “party” on a 5” x 8” card (will be included in your display).
Delivery and live set-up on Wednesday, July 23 from 10a-1 p; with judging following at 3p. The top three to five tables
(number determined by Creative Arts available space) will be moved after judging to the display area and may need to be
partially reassembled by the contestants.
Others must be removed by 3:45pm, unless judge requests your table to be on display throughout fair.
Any materials are permissible (no perishable food/items as tables must be able to last 10 days on display).
Tablescape should include place settings for 4-6, chairs will not be used in display (tabletop only).
Contestants to use a 60” round table with a white to floor cloth base, provided by OSF.
Judging Guidelines:
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Creativity, originality, use of color, interpretation of theme, menu; setting correctness and functionality.
Overall presentation - eye appeal, proportionate to table size, good balance between decorations.
Skillful hand craftsmanship of any element of tablescaping will be given positive consideration.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Tablescape ............................................................................................................................$100 $50 $25
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................................... Rosette
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite tablescape!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award
winners will be announced & rosette placed.
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Tole & Decorative Painting
$790 Awards Offered
Div# 4313
Sponsor: Heart of Ohio Tole
Division Notes:
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Tole and decorative painting is defined as the method of painting of designs on any object to decorate to make a picture.
It’s a diverse art form that utilizes a variety of techniques and media to decorate functional and nonfunctional surfaces.
Entries are accepted for Non-Professional, Professional, and the Artist’s Challenge.
 Non-Professional: A person who paints for “fun” and/or does not receive more than $1,000 per year from his/her
painting skill, and has never entered the professional category as of January 1, 2014. Once a person qualifies as a
professional, they may not enter the Non-Professional division.
 Professional: A person/teacher who paints and receives more than $1,000 per year from his/her painting or teaches
tole or decorative painting (regardless of the amount of money received) or is certified by The Society of
Decorative Painters as either a Certified Decorative Artist (CDA) or Master Decorative Artist (MDA).
Classes listed below are determined by the primary focus of the piece.
Help us make your pieces look their best! Pieces must be ready for display (easel, stand or base, hanger) and contestants
should provide means for displaying exhibit.
If an entry has been entered into an incorrect class, the judge reserves the right to move it to an appropriate class.
Eligibility of works and rules are based on Creative Arts’ General Guidelines and Information.
www.heartofohiotole.org
CLASS: Non-Professional
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Animals/Birds (realistic) ................................................................................................... $25
2. Floral (realistic – free flowing) .......................................................................................... $25
3. Folk Art/Primitive/Stroke work Rosemaling ..................................................................... $25
4. Holiday .............................................................................................................................. $25
5. Landscape/Seascape .......................................................................................................... $25
6. People/Portraits (include photo of subject)........................................................................ $25
7. Still-life Fruits and Vegetables .......................................................................................... $25
$15
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$10
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$10
$10
$10
Best of Show ............................................................................................................ Rosette and Wood Piece
CLASS: Professional
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
8. Animals/Birds (realistic) ................................................................................................... $25
9. Floral (realistic – free flowing) .......................................................................................... $25
10. Folk Art/Primitive/Stroke work Rosemaling ..................................................................... $25
11. Holiday .............................................................................................................................. $25
12. Landscape/Seascape .......................................................................................................... $25
13. People/Portraits (include photo of subject)........................................................................ $25
14. Still-life Fruits and Vegetables .......................................................................................... $25
$15
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Best of Show ............................................................................................................ Rosette and Wood Piece
CLASS: The Artist’s Challenge, Professional or Non-Professional
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
15. Functional Item (excludes canvases, wall hangings, class projects)................................... $50
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Woodworking
$95 Awards Offered
Div# 4314
Sponsor: Central Ohio Woodturners
Division Notes:
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You must indicate on entry tag if item is an original design, or from a plan, kit or commercial design.
Judging Guidelines:
Each of the following will be considered equally:
 Shape and Form
 Decorative Value
 Construction
 Workmanship
 Finish and Presentation
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Scroll Saw Item ....................................................................................................................... $10
2. Small Furniture (i.e. chair, table, etc.; not to exceed 3’wide x 4’high x 5’deep) .................... $10
3. Small Wood Item (i.e. bird house, jewelry box, toy, shelf, clock, etc.) ................................. $10
4. Turned Wood Item .................................................................................................................. $10
5. Wood Carving (other than decoys) ......................................................................................... $10
$5
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$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................................... Rosette
Other Crafting Art
$213 Awards Offered
Div# 4315
Sponsor: Royalwood Ltd.
Division Notes:
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Entries must be accompanied by a 5” x 8” card (typed or legibly printed; front only) stating how contestant became
interested in activity/craft and the year the hobby was started.
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality of design
Presentation
Workmanship
Creative use of materials
CLASS
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1st 2nd 3rd
1. Handcrafted Basketry (any technique, max. of 18” in height or width) .............................. $50 $20 $10
Best of Show (Class 1) ........................................................................................................................ Rosette
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
2. Button Art ............................................................................................................................ $10
3. Decorated Photograph Frame (w/photo, max. size 8x10” opening) ..................................... $10
4. Decorated Box Lid ............................................................................................................... $10
5. Handmade Candles (judged on scent and appearance, jar or molded) ................................. $10
6. Handmade Soaps (judged on scent and appearance, cold or hot process)............................ $10
7. Ohio-Themed Craft (not to exceed 18”; previously submitted entries not accepted) .......... $10
8. Hobby/Art involving handwork/handcraft (other than above) ............................................. $10
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$5
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$4
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$4
Best of Show (Classes 2-8) ................................................................................................................. Rosette
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Ship Building – New for 2014
$570 Awards Offered
Div# 4316
Sponsors: BlueJacket Shipcrafters of Searsport, ME, Model Expo,
Shipwrights of Central Ohio and The Lumberyard
Judging Guidelines:
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Ship models will be judged on a point system based upon historical accuracy, construction and "WOW" appeal.
Each model is automatically awarded 100 points and errors in accuracy, construction, finish and appeal will be deducted.
A three person team will evaluate each model independently, with the three judges points combined and averaged to
determine the average point level for each model.
Models entered will not be judged against each other.
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Historical Account Paper: Each model must have an historical account for the ship or the type of ship the model represents.
This paper should include source of the model (if kit - vendor, if scratch - source of plans and % of model that is scratch) and
scale built in. This should be one page only on 8 ½” x 11" sheet of paper, typed or legibly printed. Point Value 1 – 5
Historical Accuracy: Does the model accurately depict the real ship for the time period modeled? The model will be judged
based on the historical account given with the model, the model as presented and the judge’s personal knowledge of the
subject. Point Value 1 - 10
Construction Value: Is the model well built? Do pieces fit? Are edges cut to fit? Does the paint, varnish or stain look sloppy?
Is everything on the model in proportion? Are there glue marks anywhere? Operational models will be judged as static. The
modeler’s craftsmanship is being evaluated. Point Value 1 - 50
Overall Appeal: Does the model look pleasing to the eye? Does the extra diorama type effects that are made, make it a more
(or less) interesting model (figurines, displays next to the model such as anchors, ships boats, other fittings, etc.)? This is an
evaluation of the models "WOW" appeal. Point Value 1 - 35
CLASS: Junior (Under 18 years Old)
1st* 2nd
1. Junior: Any Model Ship ...........................................................................$20
CLASS: Adult (18 years and older)
$10
AWARDS
3rd
Certificate of Merit
AWARDS
1st* 2nd
3rd
2. Scratch Built ............................................................................................$20
3. Kit: Wood ................................................................................................$20
4. Kit: Resin .................................................................................................$20
5. Kit: Plastic................................................................................................$20
6. Operational...............................................................................................$20
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Merit
Best of Show (Classes 1-6) ............................................... Kit: U.S.S. Syren, 1803 ($300 value) and Rosette
People’s Choice Award (Classes 1-6) .................................................................................. $20* and Rosette
* In addition to award dollars, winners receive a $10 gift certificate from BlueJacket Shipcrafters of Searsport, ME
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite Ship!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award
winners will be announced & rosette placed.
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CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4400
DiSalle Creative Arts Center
Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Total Awards
Offered:
$2,788
NEEDLE ARTS
Counted Cross Stitch Art .................................. Div #4401
Crochet Art ......................................................... Div #4402
Felting Art ........................................................... Div #4403
Hand Spinning Art ............................................. Div #4404
Knitting Art ........................................................ Div #4405
Loom Weaving Art ............................................. Div #4406
Needlepoint Art .................................................. Div #4407
Needle Art – Other ............................................. Div #4408
Quilting Art......................................................... Div #4409
Rug Art ................................................................ Div #4410
SPONSORS:
Buckeye Rug hooking Guild
Bullen’s Wullens
Central Ohio Weavers’ Guild
Knitters Mercantile
Mid-Ohio Knitters Guild
Ohio Long Arm Quilters
Ohio Quilts
Quilt Beginnings
The Yarn Shop
Entry Deadline: June 20
Delivery: July 12-13 (10a-5p)
Department Notes:
 Please refer to the general guidelines and specific division notes for important information.
 For Division #4409 upon submission of your entry to the Ohio State Fair’s Creative Arts competition(s), you agree to
hold harmless and forever discharge the State of Ohio, Ohio Expositions Commission, its members, officers,
employees, contractors and other authorized agents from any and all claims, actions, causes of actions, demands, costs,
or damages that may arise from the loss, theft or other damage to your property during or related to its exhibition at the
Ohio State Fair.
 All items must be clean.
 Entry tag must be securely attached to the article. Multiple pieces need to be attached to each other.
 Original design class items must include a 5” x 8” card describing the origin & execution of the piece. Entries without
card will be disqualified.
Counted Cross Stitch
$57 Awards Offered
Div# 4401
Sponsor: Open
Division Notes:
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Any even-weave fabric may be used for the counted cross-stitch embroidery. Enter work in the correct fabric count.
Exhibit must be properly finished and blocked.
Pictures must be ready for hanging (with wire securely attached).
Maximum size including frame is 18” x 24”.
Judging Guidelines:
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Stitches crossed in the same direction; all stitches crossed (except areas calling for half stitches).
Holes, stitches, and fabric should not have distortions.
Even Tension (i.e. nice flat full stitches, no twisted threads, no visible carry over from reverse side or hoop marks,
backstitching straight and even).
Overall appearance of completed exhibit including finishing.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Any Item (6-14 fabric count) ................................................................................................. $10
2. Any Item (16-22 fabric count) ............................................................................................... $10
3. Any Item (23-60 fabric count) ............................................................................................... $10
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................................ Rosette
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Crochet
$210 Awards Offered
Div# 4402
Sponsors: Knitters Mercantile and The Yarn Shop
Division Notes:
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If afghan is to be hung, you must clearly indicate top side.
Judging Guidelines:
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Workmanship (50%)
Color and texture (25%)
Technique (appropriate for design) (25%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Afghan (minimum size 36” x 48”) ........................................................................................ $15
2. Clothing Accessory (hat, scarf, glove or mitten set) ............................................................. $15
3. Doily (less than 36” diameter) .............................................................................................. $15
4. Infant Wear (sweater, bunting, gown, sets, blanket, etc.) ..................................................... $15
5. Semi-constructed Garment (i.e. shawl, poncho, etc.) ............................................................ $15
6. Sweater ................................................................................................................................. $15
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................... $30 and Rosette
Felting
$120 Awards Offered
Div# 4403
Sponsors: Bullen’s Wullens and Central Ohio Weaver’s Guild
Division Notes:
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Must be created using traditional wet-felting or needle-felting techniques.
Designs using commercially available felt will not be eligible for awards.
Judging Guidelines:
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Originality, design, craftsmanship and mastery of felting techniques.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Crochet-to-Felt (any item created by crocheting first then applying felting
techniques to shrink/reshape item such as hat, bag, mittens, etc) ............................................. $15 $10 $5
2. Knit-to-Felt (any item created by knitting first then applying felting
techniques to shrink/reshape item such as hat, bag, mittens, etc) ............................................. $15 $10 $5
3. Needle Felting (any item created by using felting needles to manipulate
fibers such as 3-D sculpture, vessel, hats, wall hanging, etc) ................................................... $15 $10 $5
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................... $30 and Rosette
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Hand Spinning
$196 Awards Offered
Div# 4404
Sponsor: Central Ohio Weaver’s Guild
Division Notes:
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Please read characteristics carefully and place in correct Wraps Per Inch (WPI) class.
Wraps Per Inch (WPI) are determined with relaxed yarn.
A 3” x 5” index card describing yarn, fiber content, spinning technique and intended use of yarn must be attached to
each skein and items made from hand spun yarn. Including Wraps per Inch (WPI) information is optional, but helpful
for judging.
Items made from handspun yarn must be accompanied by small skein of yarn and a card with spinning technique, fiber
content and construction information.
Skeins must be two yards in circumference with four figure eight ties.
Skeins must weigh one ounce or more except for fine yarn that must be 1/2 ounce or more.
Judging Guidelines:
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Consistency of spinning, control, suitability of fiber to the yarn, suitability of diameter to the fiber, appropriateness of
twist (too much/too little).
For constructed items appropriateness of set gauge to item and suitability of fiber to the item created.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Woven Item with Handspun Yarn (weaving must be done by spinner; commercial warp
or weft is acceptable, but should be noted) .............................................................................. $10
2. Knitted or Crocheted Item with Handspun Yarn (knitting or crochet must be done
by spinner) ............................................................................................................................... $10
3. Collaborative Item (yarn spun by contestant but item created by another, can be any
fiber. Item judged on suitability of yarn and quality of finished item) .................................... $10
4. Novelty Yarn (any fiber, blend, technique) ............................................................................. $10
5. Silk Yarn (created from natural silk, bombyx or tussah) ......................................................... $10
6. Fingering Weight Yarn (any fiber/blend; measuring 1800-2400 yd/lb or 24-30 WPI
or Lace fine weight of 3000+ yd/lb or >40 WPI) .................................................................... $10
7. Sport Weight Yarn (wool/wool blend at least 50% sheep’s wool; measuring
1300-1800 yds/lb or 18-24 WPI) ............................................................................................. $10
8. Worsted Weight (wool/wool blend at least 50% sheep’s wool; measuring
900-1100 yds/lb or 10-12 WPI) ............................................................................................... $10
9. Bulky Yarn (any fiber or blend; measuring <800 yd/lb and <8 WPI) ..................................... $10
$5
$4
$5
$4
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$5
$4
$5
$4
$5
$5
$4
$4
Best of Show............................................................................................................................ $25 and Rosette
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Knitting Art
$265 Awards Offered
Div# 4405
Sponsors: Knitters Mercantile, Mid-Ohio Knitter’s Guild
and The Yarn Shop
Division Notes:
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If afghan is to be hung, indicate which side is the top (hanging end).
Judging Guidelines:
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Workmanship (50%)
Color and Texture (25%)
Technique (appropriate for design) (25%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Accessories (hats, gloves, socks, mittens, scarves; not sets, any technique) ......................... $15
2. Afghan (minimum size 36” x 48”) ........................................................................................ $15
3. Infant Wear (sweater, bunting, gown, sets, blanket, etc., any technique) ............................. $15
4. Knitted Lacework (shawl, christening robe, tablecloth or bedspread) .................................. $15
5. Original Design (include directions and/or work sketch)...................................................... $15
6. Semi-Constructed Garment (such as shawl, poncho, cocoon, shrug, ruana, etc.) ................. $15
7. Sweater/Vest (any style/technique) ....................................................................................... $15
8. Miscellaneous (any knitted item not mentioned above, including machine knitting) ........... $15
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
Best of Show ............................................................................................................................$25 and Rosette
Loom Weaving
$139 Awards Offered
Div# 4406
Sponsor: Central Ohio Weaver’s Guild
Division Notes:
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A 3” x 5” index card describing yarn, fiber content, weaving technique and pattern used must be attached to each item.
Draft and drawdown is optional, but helpful for display/judging.
Clothing items must be woven and constructed by the same person.
Two hand-woven items per class may be entered; however, each item must be distinctively different.
Two napkins woven on different warps with different weft and different structure would be acceptable as two items.
Each item must be listed separately on the entry form.
Sets of items such as napkins, placemats or towels, would be considered one entry.
Class 5: Yardage must be two distinctively different types of projects (i.e. lightweight cotton and wool or table linen
and upholstery fabric, etc.). Please include the item’s intended use on your 3 x5” card (from above).
Class 6: Item must be entered by the weaver. It’ll be judged on the quality of the weaving. Item may be constructed by
another.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Fashion Accessory (i.e. scarf, shawl, cocoon, jewelry, purse, etc.) .......................................... $10
2. Garment (any constructed clothing item made from hand-woven fabric, such as a coat, vest,
jacket, pants, skirt, etc.)............................................................................................................. $10
3. Hand Woven Yardage Fabric (18” or more wide and 3 yards long) ......................................... $10
4. Home Accessory (i.e. pillow, rug, towel, curtains, placemat, runner, etc.) ............................... $10
5. Hand Woven Throw (i.e. blanket, throw, afghan or bedspread) ............................................... $10
6. Creative Collaboration (weaver creates cloth, finished item is sewn/constructed by another) . $10
$5 $4
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ............................................................................................................................$25 and Rosette
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Needlepoint
$76 Awards Offered
Div# 4407
Sponsor: The Yarn Shop
Division Notes:
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Any fiber stitched on canvas. Please enter work in the correct canvas count.
Plastic grid entries are not acceptable.
If piece is to be hung, it must be ready to hang (with wire attached), with top indicated.
Maximum size including frame is 18” x 24”.
Judging Guidelines:
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Adequate coverage of canvas.
Multiple threads untwisted.
Smooth and even stitches.
Good compensation/composition.
Even tension, canvas not distorted, needlework cleaned and blocked properly.
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Bargello Item (any canvas count) ............................................................................................ $10
2. Counted Design Item (canvas count 18 – 25) .......................................................................... $10
3. Mixed Technique (any count; must have a variety of stitches & techniques) ......................... $10
4. Petit Point Item (silk canvas count higher than 25) ................................................................. $10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................................... Rosette
Needle Arts - Other
$95 Awards Offered
Div# 4408
Sponsor: Open
Division Notes:
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This division is for needlework not listed in other divisions.
If piece is to be hung, you must indicate the top from bottom.
Maximum size including frame is 18” x 24”.
Judging Guidelines:
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Individuality of design (40%)
Color harmony (20%)
Suitability of article for purpose (10%)
Technique appropriate for design (10%)
Texture harmony (10%)
Workmanship and finish of article (10%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Bobbin Lace ............................................................................................................................ $10
2. Embroidery: Regular (not counted cross stitch or crewel) ...................................................... $10
3. Hardanger ................................................................................................................................ $10
4. Mixed Technique (combination of two or more techniques) ................................................... $10
5. Silk and Metallic Thread Embroidery (any fabric/style; must include embroidery using metallic
and silk threads in the design) .................................................................................................. $10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$5
$4
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................................ Rosette
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Quilting
$1,478 Awards Offered
Div# 4409
Sponsors: Ohio Long Arm Quilters, Ohio Quilts
and Quilt Beginnings
Division Notes:
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Upon submission of your entry to the Ohio State Fair’s Creative
Arts competition(s), you agree to hold harmless and forever
discharge the State of Ohio, Ohio Expositions Commission, its
members, officers, employees, contractors and other authorized
agents from any and all claims, actions, causes of actions,
demands, costs, or damages that may arise from the loss, theft or
other damage to your property during or related to its exhibition at
the Ohio State Fair.
Entry tag and Quilt & Wall Hanging Description Form must be
attached with a small safety pin to each item (front right hand
bottom corner).
Quilts and wall hangings will be displayed at the risk of the
owner. Creative Arts staff will be in attendance to help monitor
exhibits and make every effort protect them.
A National Quilting Association Certified judge will assess the
quilts pre-fair, selecting class standings and BOS winners.
The judge will complete a comment sheet that will be returned
with each entry. This sheet provides contestants with skill
improvement assessments and helpful comments.
If contestant’s name is sewn into the entry or is on any label, it
must be covered for judging.
Entries must be fabric, except for Classes 16 and 17, and should
be quilted through three layers (top, batting and backing).
Entries must be stitched and quilted by the contestant (or group
depending upon class) and made within the past three years.
Class 2 entries are limited to first-time entrant; this contestant has
never entered a quilt at the Ohio State Fair. Awards given in
memory of Paul McDade.
Class 1 - 7 entries must measure a minimum of 72” on the shortest
side (undersized entries will be disqualified and will not be
displayed).
All entries, except class 7, must be hand or machine quilted by the
contestant (home sewing machine or mid-or long-arm machine).
All construction, including quilting, must be the work of the
contestant except for Classes 6-7 (Group/Team Project).
Classes 1 and 11 are hand quilted only.
Class 7 pieces were quilted by someone other than the entrant
who was paid for their quilting work.
Classes 1-14 and 18, Quilts and Wall Hangings, must be quilted
(tufted or tied will not be accepted).
Classes 15 and 18, Quilted Clothing and Other Quilted Items,
must be predominately quilted. A small amount of tufts or ties
may be present. Tied or tufted comforters will not be accepted in
the quilting division.
Classes 6-7, Group/Team Quilt projects must be made by two or
more people (i.e. club project, family members, neighbors, etc.)
whose names, one of which is the contestant, must be listed on the
Quilt & Wall Hanging Description Form. Only quilts in class 7
may be quilted by someone paid for the service.
Miniature quilt: with overall patterns reflecting reduced scale and
miniaturization. If blocks are used they should be proportional.
Quilts must measure 24” or less on each side.
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Sleeves - Preparing Your Piece:
All entries (except classes 15-19) must
have a sleeve attached securely to the top
edge of the quilt to facilitate its hanging on
a metal rod.
The sleeve may be of muslin or any fabric
sewn or safety pinned to the back of the
quilt (much like a rod heading on a curtain
– absolutely no straight pins). The sleeve
must have a 4” wide opening to
accommodate the metal rod and should be
as long as the quilt width to allow the quilt
to hang smoothly.
Entries over 90” must have a sleeve
attached to the back at 90” from the
bottom for display.
Quilts with scalloped or irregular edge
should have the sleeve positioned, by the
contestant, in such a way as to have the
entire face of the quilt displayed.
Wall hangings must have a sleeve or
means for display hanging. Large pieces
will need a 4” sleeve; smaller pieces may
have dowel or heading for a smaller
hanging device.
Entries in Wall Hangings classes must
have a suitable dowel rod or lath strip,
clearly marked with contestant’s name, for
hanging.
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Div# 4409
Judging Guidelines:
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General appearance (design, color combinations, texture combinations, precision).
Workmanship (uniformity, setting, edge finish, quilting).
CLASS: Quilts (must be at least 72” on shortest side)
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Hand Quilted-Any Technique ........................................................................................... $100
2. First Time Contestant (any technique or mixed) In memory of Paul McDade ................. $100
3. Appliquéd Quilt................................................................................................................. $100
4. Mixed Technique (2 or more techniques; pieced, appliqué, embroidered, stenciled, etc.) $100
5. Pieced Quilt ....................................................................................................................... $100
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................ $75 and Rosette
CLASS: Group/Team Project (min. of 2 people; must be 72”+ on shortest side)
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
6. Quilt (any style or technique; quilted by the contestants) ................................................... $25 $15 $10
7. Quilt (any style or technique; quilted by someone paid for the service) ............................. $50 $35 $15
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
CLASS: Wall Hangings and Small Quilts
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
8. Art/Innovative Quilt (contestant’s original design) ............................................................. $10
9. Crib Quilt (any technique; suitable for crib use) ................................................................. $10
10. Miniature Quilt (any technique) .......................................................................................... $10
11. Wall Hanging - Hand Quilted (any technique).................................................................... $10
12. Wall Hanging - Mixed Technique (two or more techniques, i.e. pieced, appliqué,
embroidered, stenciled, etc.) .............................................................................................. $10
13. Wall Hanging – Pieced........................................................................................................ $10
14. Wall Hanging – Appliquéd ................................................................................................. $10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
CLASS: Miscellaneous Quilts and Quilted Items
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
15. Garment (any type, must be quilted) ................................................................................... $10
16. Novelty Quilt (i.e. yoyos, cathedral window, crazy, etc.) ................................................... $10
17. Quilt Top (any technique; no batting, backing, etc.) ........................................................... $10
18. Quilted Miscellaneous Item (i.e. table runner, tree skirt, pillow, etc.) ................................ $10
19. Youth Quilters (any technique; ages 11-17 years old) ........................................................ $10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ......................................................................................................................... $50 and Rosette
Quilting - Pg. 2 Div# 4409….
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite Quilt!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award winners
will be announced & Rosette placed.
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Rug Art
$152 Awards Offered
Div# 4410
Sponsor: Buckeye Rug Hooking Guild
Division Notes:
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Rugs must have finished edges by hemming or binding.
Maximum size of rug is 5’ x 7’.
Judging Guidelines:
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Workmanship (60%)
Design and color (20%)
Suitability and appearance (20%)
CLASS
AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Latched Hooked (yarn of any fiber) .......................................................................................$10
2. Rag (crocheted, knit, woven; any fiber) .................................................................................$10
3. Animals, Birds, Insects (Traditional Hand Hooked ) .............................................................$10
4. Fruit & Floral (Traditional Hand Hooked) ............................................................................$10
5. Mixed Media (Traditional Hand Hooked; uses more than one medium) ...............................$10
6. Oriental, Crewel, Geometric (Traditional Hand Hooked ) .....................................................$10
7. Original Design (Traditional Hand Hooked; hooked by the contestant)................................$10
8. People, Places, Pictorials (Traditional Hand Hooked ) ..........................................................$10
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$5
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
$4
Best of Show ........................................................................................................................................ Rosette
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CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4500
DiSalle Creative Arts Center
Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
Total Awards
Offered:
$2,300
WILD AND WACKY ARTS
Artistic Upcycling-Recycled Art .......................Div #4501
Brillo Pad Art .....................................................Div #4502
Duck Brand Duct Tape Art...............................Div #4503
SPONSORS:
Armaly Brands/Brillo
Duck® Brand Duct Tape
Trace’s A-1 Sanitation
Entry Deadline: June 20
Delivery: July 12-13, 19-20 (10a-5p)
Department Notes:
 Please refer to the general guidelines and specific division notes for important information.
 Entries must have been created in the past year (July 2013 – July 2014).
Artistic Upcycling – Recycled Creations
$1,000 Awards Offered
Div# 4501
Delivery: July 12-13 (10a – 5p)
Sponsor: Trace’s A-1 Sanitation
Division Notes:
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Design an item from recyclable and/or non-recyclable material in which the materials are used for a purpose other than
its original use and remade into an object.
Materials may include (but not limited to): plastic, cardboard, paper, glass, tin, iron & steel.
The project may use many different materials.
New materials may be used for 25% of the item.
No poisonous or hazardous materials may be used or displayed.
Entries must include a 5 x 8” card (typed or legibly printed; front only) with the following information: short
description of items, list of materials used & item’s use (if functional).
Judging Guidelines:
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Complexity, presentation, workmanship, creative use of materials and originality
are all considered.
Imaginative/creative use of materials (25%)
Execution/craftsmanship (25%)
Overall presentation (50%)
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AWARDS
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2nd 3rd
CLASS
1. Decorative Item..................................................................................................................$100
2. Small Furniture (i.e. chair, table, etc. – not to exceed 3’w x 4’h x 5’d) .............................$100
3. Functional Item (any item that may be used in daily life)..................................................$100
4. Wearable Art (jewelry, accessory, clothing, etc.) ..............................................................$100
5. Miscellaneous (any item that does not fit into another class) ............................................$100
$50
$50
$50
$50
$50
$30
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Best of Show .......................................................................................................................... $100 and Rosette
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite Creations!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award winners
will be announced & Rosette placed
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Brillo Pad Art
$900 Awards Offered
Div# 4502
Delivery: July 19-20 (10a – 5p) Open Judging: July 23 (2p)
Sponsor: Armaly Brands/Brillo
Division Notes:
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Competition is limited to 24 entries. Enter quickly!
The sponsor will provide each registered entrant with FREE Brillo Pads for your creations! Up to 720 Brillo Pads (floatclass 1) and 360 Brillo Pads (classes 2-4). The Brillo Pads will be available for pick up at the Ohio Expo Center/State Fair
storeroom during the week of June 17-21 from 9-11 a & 1-3 p (no exceptions). The storeroom is located near the Grounds
Office. You must present a copy of your entry form to pick up your Brillo Pads. The boxes also include a helpful do/don’t
sheet for working with Brillo Pads.
Free Brillo Pads are limited to a total of 720 (float-class 1) and 360 (classes 2-4).
Float contestants are invited to pull their creations in July 23rd’s parade following judging.
Place winning floats that will participate in the Fair’s daily parade (based on CA staff availability).
Entries will be displayed in the DiSalle Creative Arts Center throughout the Fair.
Outfit/Garment entries (class 2) - creations may be modeled (by entrant or a model you provide) in the Wild & Wacky
Style Show, scheduled for Sunday, July 27 at 4pm at the DiSalle Creative Arts Center auditorium.
Float dimensions may not exceed 5’ h x 4’ w x 4’ l. (height measured from the ground up). Float must be securely attached
to a wagon that can easily be pulled by a walking adult.
Winners selected by a panel of judges that may include representatives from Armaly Brands and the Ohio Expositions
Commission.
Sponsor/Commissioner’s Choice will be chosen from all participating entries – entries do not need to place in the top three
of the classes to be eligible for Sponsor/Commissioner’s Choice.
Floats can be made by an individual, group or family; with one person serving as “entrant” and fair contact.
To maintain proper and fair judging, creations may not include identifying names (contestant’s name, organization’s
name, etc.).
Judging Guidelines:
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Quantity of Brillo Pads used
Creativity and Originality
Presentation / Display
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People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite Creations
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award winners
will be announced & Rosette placed.
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AWARDS
1st 2nd 3rd
1. Float ................................................................................................................................................................. $150
2. Any Brillo Outfit ............................................................................................................................................. $125
3. Any Brillo 3-D Creation (i.e. craft creation, sculpture, creative uses for Brillo Pads, etc.) ............................. $ 75
4. Brillo Pad Photography (be creative; it can be funny, romantic, practical, etc.) .............................................. $ 60
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Commissioner’s Choice .................................................................................................................................... $125 and Rosette
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Duck® Brand – Duct Tape Art
$400 Awards Offered
Div# 4503
Delivery: July 19-20 (10a – 5p) Open Judging: July 23 (2p)
Sponsor: Duck® Brand Duct Tape and Cleveland Botanical Garden
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Please note: Duct tape will not be provided this year.
Each delivered entry will receive one roll of Duck Tape® while supplies last.
Winners selected by a panel of judges that may include representatives from Duck Brand Tape and the Ohio Expositions
Commissioners.
Outfit/Garment entries (class 1) - creations may be modeled (by entrant or a model you provide) in the Wild & Wacky
Style Show, scheduled for Sunday, July 27 at 4pm.
Class 3: Please supply a vase / container to display your flower(s). Display should be no larger than 12” x 18”.
Sponsor/Commissioner’s Choice will be chosen from all participating entries. Entries do not need to place in the top
three of the classes to be eligible for this special prize.
To maintain proper and fair judging, creations may not include identifying names (contestant’s name, organization’s
name, etc.).
6 pairs of tickets to the Cleveland Botanical Garden will be awarded through a lottery drawing of all entries received.
Judging Guidelines:
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Quantity of Duck® Brand Duct Tape used
Creativity and originality of the entry
Use of color
Presentation/display of the entry
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1st 2nd 3rd
1. Any Outfit/Garment ........................................................................................................... $ 50 $35 $20
2. Accessory/Other (i.e. bag, book bag or purse) .................................................................... $ 35 $25 $10
3. NEW! In 2014 Flower(s) .................................................................................................... $ 35 $25 $10
Commissioner’s Choice ........................................................Rosette and 12 rolls of Duck Brand Duct Tape!
People’s Choice Awards
Vote for your favorite Creations!
July 23 – August 2
On August 3 People’s Choice Award winners
will be announced & Rosette placed.
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CREATIVE ARTS
Dept. 4600
DiSalle Creative Arts Center Presented by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
OHIO SEVERE WEATHER POSTER
Ohio Severe Weather Poster ............................. Div #4601
Entry deadline: Postmarked by April 15
For more information, including guidelines, rules, and entry forms visit:
www.weathersafety.ohio.gov
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Any Ohio student in 1st - 6th grade is eligible to enter. If a student is home-schooled, or if the school is not participating in
the contest, the student can enter the contest by submitting their poster with a copy of these rules to their local school’s
office. Contest is administered by the Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness, with the Fair serving as host.
Ohio Severe Weather Poster
A Host of Prizes Awarded
Div# 4601
Awards ceremony: Saturday, August 2 (12p)
Sponsor: Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness
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The purpose of the poster contest is to acknowledge students who
have demonstrated through their artwork an understanding of the
dangers of severe weather that typically affects Ohio, and how they
can protect themselves and others from these dangers.
Poster size cannot exceed 11” x 17”.
Artwork must be original. Crayons, markers, pencils, paint, etc.
can be used. No computer- generated artwork, words or
photographs may be used. No clippings from magazines,
newspapers or books may be used.
Participating schools must forward their first-place posters (grades
1-6 and individualized education) to their regional National
Weather Service offices by April 16 (NWS regional offices are
listed at the end of the contest rules). In early May, the Ohio
Last year’s state-wide winning poster was created
Committee for Severe Weather Awareness will judge all regional
by Nina, a 6th grader from St Hillary School,
posters and choose the grade-level state winning posters, and the overall state winning poster.
Summit County
Schools will be notified of their regional winners by late May.
All regional winners will be invited to attend an awards ceremony at the Ohio State Fair on August 2, which begins at noon
in the DiSalle Creative Arts Center. The state-level winners and overall state winner will be announced near the end of the
ceremony. All regional winners and their families will receive four entry passes for the day at the Ohio State Fair. The
students will receive a host of prizes, certificates and awards. State-level winners will receive additional prizes. The overall
winner will receive even more prizes along with a personalized trophy. And, the overall winner’s school will be loaned a
“traveling trophy” to be displayed during the school year. The Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness will use the
overall state-winning poster throughout the following year to help promote severe weather safety.
The Ohio Committee for Severe Weather Awareness is comprised of 14 organizations and state agencies that are dedicated
in teaching Ohioans severe weather safety and preparedness.
Judging Guidelines:
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Poster entries must illustrate the theme of Ohio severe weather safety.
Entries will be judged on originality, effort and technical correctness.
Severe weather awareness posters must cover one of these categories:
tornadoes, flooding, thunder and lightning storms, winter storms or
extreme heat/heat waves.
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