NECHAKO VALLEY EXHIBITION GROUNDS

Nechako Valley Exhibition — August 16th - 18th, 2024

Division 17 – Needlework

Chairperson: Carolyn Himmelright – (250) 842-8714
Entry Fee: $1.00 per entry
Prize Money: 1st $3, 2nd $2
Sponsors: The Quilter’s Corner
                   Field’s Vanderhoof   
Special Rules:   
1.     All entries must be the work of the Exhibitor and not previously shown in the Nechako Valley Exhibition.
2.     All entries must be clean and pressed.
3.     Entries must NOT have identification marks of any kind except on the entry tag.
4.     When possible, entries should have the backs exposed for judges to view.
5.     Pre-stamped kits are acceptable. Judging will be based on the quality of work.
6.     Entries suitable for hanging should be covered with plastic on hangers.
7.     Crochet items may be pinned to a stiffened backing so the design of the work will be well shown.
8.     For all 'Other' classes, entries will be judged on its own merit or with other of like kind.
9.     One entry per Exhibitor in each class except where otherwise specified. 
            
Section 1          Embroidery
Class    
1701     Cross - stitch, counted
1702     Embroidery
1703     Holiday Ornament
1704     Other, does not fit in any above classes (max. two entries)
 
Section 2          Hand Knitting
Class    
1705     Afghan, any size
1706     Adult clothing article any kind, (max of 2 entries)
1707     Baby clothing article
1708     Gloves or mittens
1709     Any small article (e.g. potholder, scarf, etc)
1710     Headgear (e.g. toque, headband)
1711     Socks
1712     Toy, doll, or stuffed animal
1713     Other, does not fit in any above classes (max 2 entries)
            
Section 3          Crocheting
Class  
1714     Afghan
1715     Baby Afghan
1716     Any small article (e.g. potholder, scarf)
1717     Doily, any size
1718     Baby clothing article
1719     Adult clothing article
1720     Toy, doll, or stuffed animal
1721     Other, does not fit in any above classes (max. 2 entries)
            
Section 4          Sewing
Class    
1722     Apron
1723     Serged clothing article
1724     Unserged clothing article
1725     Holiday Ornament or Accessory (e.g. Advent Calendar, tree ornament, etc)
1726     Small project (e.g. tea cozy, oven mitt, potholder, handbag, etc)
1727     Hand sewn object
1728     Other, does not fit in any above classes (max. two entries)
            
Section 5          Home Furnishings and Novelties
Class  
1729     Pillow or cushion
1730     Rug
1731     Stuffed Animal
1732     Wall Hanging
1733     Other, does not fit in any of the above classes (max. two entries)
            
Section 6          Fair Theme
Class   
1734     Any Item - "Harvest in the Valley"


Entry Form

FALL FAIR

Divisions 8-22 Special Rules:

This year's theme:  Harvest in the Valley

1.  All entries must be the work of the Exhibitor and not previously shown in the Nechako Valley Exhibition.
2.  Entries must be brought to the Exhibit Building on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 between 12 noon and 8:00 pm.
3.  No entries will be accepted after 8:00 pm on August 14, 2024.
4.  Exhibits must not show any identification of the Exhibitor, except on the entry ticket. Any signatures on paintings will be covered with painter’s tape.
5.  Complete one Entry Form for each Division.
6.  Prepare your entry papers in advance of registration. Entry forms and exhibitor numbers will be at the library from July 9 - August 13 at noon.
7.  Exhibits must only be picked up after 4:00 pm on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
8.  Items left in the Exhibit Building after 5:00 pm on Sunday, August 18, 2024 will be available in the Exhibition office until September 30, 2024. After that date all items and prize money will become the property of the Nechako Valley Exhibition Society.
9.  Please read Notice to Exhibitors .
10. Classes may be divided at the discretion of the Chairperson or Judge.
11.  Being the only entry in a class does not automatically mean you will get first place. The criteria still has to be met and the placing is up to the judge.
12.  In the adult division only one first and one second will be given out per class.
13.  At the discretion of the judge, if entries are not considered fair quality, awards may not be assigned.
14.  Please return any extra Exhibitor tags to the Exhibit Building.
15.  In the Community class division, it is clearly understood that all entries will be given to a community group and will not be returned to the individual who made them.
16.  Please consult the special rules as printed at the beginning of each division for further information.
17.  PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES FOR ENTRY FEES AND PRIZE MONEY
       a. The entry fee for 2024 will be $1.00 for each entry.
       b. First place prize money $3.00, Second place prize money $2.00

NECHAKO VALLEY EXHIBITION GROUNDS

Nechako Valley Exhibition — August 16th - 18th, 2024

Phone: 250-567-3011
Email: NechakoExSociety@outlook.com

Nechako Valley Exhibition Grounds
PO Box 863
4051 Northside Road
Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0