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Pre-registration deadline is July 17, 2015.
Mail to Harford County Cooperative Extension Service, P.O. Box 663, Forest Hill, MD 21050
Final registration is on Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at the fairgrounds, 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m.
All exhibitors may park in the Handicapped Parking Area, but only while submitting entries.
DEPT. CLASS
CLASS TITLE OR DESCRIPTION
(Please Type or Print)
Register online at www.farmfair.org
Every effort will be made to protect all entries while in custody of Show Committee,
but the Show Committee disclaims any responsibility for loss or damage to property or person.
Register online at www.farmfair.org
2015 Harford County Farm Fair
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WELCOME to the 28th Harford County Farm Fair Open Class
Competition. Wishing all exhibitors the best at this year's Harford
County Farm Fair.
Events and classes listed in this catalog are open to all adults and youth of any age, except
as stated in specific classes. All exhibits must be the work of the exhibitor and entered in
his or her name.
Home Arts“ Walk-in” entries are accepted at the Fair on Wednesday, July 29 – 12 noon
to 5:30 P.M., but for your convenience you may pre-enter your exhibits online at
www.farmfair.org before July 22, 2015 or by mail before July 17, 2015. (See entry form
on opposite page of this catalog). Farm and Garden Products: Premiums for Home Arts
& Farm & Garden Products are listed under each department heading. Premiums will be
given to the winning exhibitors in each class and may be picked up with exhibits on Sunday,
August 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm. No vehicles will be allowed on the fairgrounds until
7:00pm.
Thank you again for your continued support and interest in making the Harford County
Farm Fair a success. Good luck in the competition.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Open Class Entry Form
Inside front cover
Farm Fair Talent Contest
2
Farm Baby Costume Contest
2
Pie Eating Contest
2
Stony Troyer Memorial Coon Mule
2
Jumping Contest
Watermelon Eating Contest
2
Horseshoe Pitching Contest
2
Literary Spelling Bee Contenst
3
Seasonal Sensations Culinary Competition 3
Little Miss Harford County Farm
3
Bureau Contest
Miss Harford County Farm
3
Bureau Contest
Artisan's Village
3
Buy Local! Eat Local!
4
Farm and Garden Products
4
Vegetables – Department “I”
4
Herbs – Department “II”
5
Grain and Hay – Department “III”
5
Fruits – Department “IV”
6
Bee Products – Department “V”
6
Fleeces – Department “VI”
6
Compost – Department “VII”
7
Amateur Wines - Department “VIII”
7
Home Arts 8
“Fresh Baked” Peach Pie Contest
8
Department “A”
Baked Products and Candy
Department “B”
9
10
Food Preservation
Department “C” Clothing
14
Department “D” Crafts
16
Department “E”
17
Embroidery & Needlework
Department “F” Fine Arts
19
Department “G” Flowers and Plants
20
Department “H” Knitting
21
Department “I” Crochet and Tatting
22
Department “J” Spinning and Weaving
23
Department “K” Rugs & Hooking
24
Department “L” Photography
25
Department “M” Quilts/Quilting
25
Department “N” Woodworking
27
Antique Tractor Pull
Inside back cover
Antique Tractor Follies
Inside back cover
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2015 Harford County Farm Fair
FARM FAIR TALENT
CONTEST - MAIN PAVILION
Superintendent: Aimee C. O’Neill
Preliminary Competition:
Friday, July 31 at 7:30 pm
Finals:
Saturday, Aug. 1 at 7:30 pm
Registration: Entry Form available on the
website and from [email protected].
Contestants to arrive from 5 pm to 6:30 pm
for sound-check and set up. Not more than
24 contestants will compete on Friday.
Contestants: All Ages are invited to compete.
Contestants will be divided into categories
Youth (up to 11 years of age)
Teen (12 years to 17 years)
Adult (18 years and older)
Separate judging categories for individuals
and groups. The Finals will be held on
Saturday, August 1 at 7:30 pm. Not more
than 3 contestants from each category will
compete for cash prizes and ribbons on
Saturday. Contestants will receive an entry
pass and a parking pass for the night of
competition, only. Friends and family must
purchase entry passes.
FARM BABY COSTUME
CONTEST - MAIN PAVILION
Superintendent: Aimee C. O’Neill
Saturday, Aug. 1 at 10:30 am
Contestants will compete in 3 age categories
Up to 12 months
13 to 24 months
25 to 26 months
The contestants are judged on Farm Theme
costumes. Props are encouraged.
Ribbons are awarded to 6th place.
Registration on-line, during the Fair at the
Info Tower and from 9:30 am on Saturday
in the Main Pavilion.
PIE EATING CONTEST MAIN PAVILION
Superintendent: Aimee C. O’Neill
Saturday, Aug. 1 at 12:30 pm
Contestants compete in various age groups
to eat a “lunch box pie” the fastest
without holding it with their hands!
Register online at www.farmfair.org
Youth - under 9 years
9 to 11 years
12 to 14 years
15 to 18 years
Adult - over 18 years
Ribbons are awarded to 3rd place.
Registration on-line, during the Fair at the
Info Tower and from 9:30 am on Saturday
in the Main Pavilion.
STONY TROYER MEMORIAL
COON MULE JUMPING
CONTEST
Superintendent: Jack and Jodi Troyer
410-459-2048
Saturday, Aug. 1, 1:00 p.m.
Placing awards given for the highest jumps.
WATERMELON EATING
CONTEST - MAIN PAVILION
SPONSORED BY KIRK’S FARM
PRODUCE OF FOREST HILL, MD
Superintendent: Aimee C. O’Neill
Saturday, Aug. 1 at 2:00 pm
Contestants compete in various age groups
to eat a slice of watermelon faster than
anyone else! A cool competition with
Grand Prize “Slurp-off.”
Youth - under 9 years
9 to 11 years
12 to 14 years
15 to 18 years
Adult - over 18 years
Ribbons are awarded to 3rd place.
Registration on-line, during the Fair at the
Info Tower and from 9:30 am on Saturday
in the Main Pavilion.
HORSESHOE PITCHING
CONTEST
Sunday, Aug. 2 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Men’s and Women’s Double registration
by 10:00 am. Singles registration
and competition start immediately
after Doubles matches. Ribbons and
trophies will be awarded. Bring your own
horseshoes. There is no early registration
for this event. Contact Farm Fair
Information with questions.
Register online at www.farmfair.org
2015 Harford County Farm Fair
LITERARY SPELLING BEE MAIN PAVILION
SPONSORED BY HARFORD
COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
10 years old. The contestant’s family
must belong to the Harford County
Farm Bureau or be willing to join if their
daughter is chosen. She should have a
desire to represent agriculture in Harford
County and to work with our Miss
Harford County Farm Bureau during
various events throughout the year. Each
contestant will participate in a brief
interview prior to the contest and give a
short speech onstage about her agricultural
experiences. If you have a contestant in
mind for our Little Miss Harford County
Farm Bureau Contest, please contact
Megan at [email protected].
Superintendent: Aimee C. O’Neill
Sunday, Aug. 2 beginning at 1:00 pm
Contestants compete in an old-fashioned
spelling bee with library prizes and ribbons to
6th place! Competitions are divided according
to school grade level, from Kindergarten
through Adult. Register at any Harford
County Public Library, on-line, during the
Fair at the Info Tower and from 12:30 pm on
Sunday in the Main Pavilion.
SEASONAL SENSATIONS
CULINARY COMPETITION MAIN PAVILION
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MISS HARFORD COUNTY
FARM BUREAU CONTEST
Superintendents: Donna Mandl and
Aimee O’Neill
Sunday, August 2 at 2:00 pm
Contestants compete for ribbons, producing
delectable delights using seasonal ingredients.
Entries are judged in the categories of hors
d’oeuvre; entree; side dish; dessert. Youth, Teen,
Adult, Amateur and Professional Categories
are offered. Contestants must describe the
ingredients, noting which are seasonal, which
are obtained locally. Ribbons to 3rd place are
awarded. Entries may be delivered between 11
am and 2 pm. Judging will begin at 2:15 pm.
Guest judges to be announced. Registration
on-line, during the Fair at the Info Tower and
from 11 a.m. on Sunday in the Main Pavilion.
Superintendent: Hannah Amoss
443-243-5112 • [email protected]
Thursday, July 30, 6:00 p.m. at the
Main Pavilion. The contest is sponsored by
the Harford County Farm Bureau. The contest
is open to single girls at least 16 years of age,
but not 20 years of age by the time of the MD
State Contest. The contestant and/or her family
must belong to the Harford County Farm
Bureau or be willing to join if their daughter
is chosen. She should have a strong desire to
represent agriculture in Harford County and
throughout the state of Maryland. Girls who are
interested in competing in the contest, please
call or email Hannah Amoss for the orientation
date and further information.
LITTLE MISS HARFORD
COUNTY FARM BUREAU
CONTEST
ARTISAN’S VILLAGE
Superintendents: Hannah Amoss,
Megan Keyes, and Mary Stewart
Thursday, July 30, 5:30 p.m. at the
Main Pavilion. The contest is sponsored
by the Harford County Farm Bureau
Young Farmers. The contest is open to
young ladies between the ages of 6 and
Thursday, July 30-Saturday, August
1- 10:00 am-10:00 pm, Sunday, August
2- 10:00 am-6:00 pm Harford County
Farm Fair’s NEW Artisan Village will feature
local crafters and artisans showcasing their best
creations. Demonstrations are encouraged
to give the public an understanding of the
craftsmanship and work required to produce
hand-crafted goods. Participating artisan and
craft vendors will be selected by the Fair Board.
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2015 Harford County Farm Fair
Return Artisan's Village registration form with a
picture of your craft/product by June 15, 2015
to: Harford County Farm Fair, Inc.,
P.O. Box 22, Bel Air, MD 21014,
email: [email protected], fax: 410-836-0772.
BUY LOCAL! EAT LOCAL!
WINE • BEER • CHEESE
Sunday, August 2, 2015 1:00-6:00pm
Harford County Farm Fair’s Buy Local-Eat
Local event showcases Harford County wine,
beer and cheese producers. Local cheese
producers, wineries and breweries will offer
tastings of their products to the public. Product
will also be available for purchase. Buy LocalEat Local will be a featured event Sunday in
the Main Pavilion. Return BUY LOCAL EAT
LOCAL form with your payment by June 15,
2015 to: Harford County Farm Fair, Inc., P.O.
Box 22, Bel Air, MD 21014
FARM & GARDEN
PRODUCTS
Superintendent: Sandy Nelson
Awards: Champion – Ribbon and gift card
donated by Wegmans of Abingdon.
Reserve Champion – Ribbon
Premiums: 1st-$4, 2nd-$3, 3rd-$2, 4th-$1
The Jones Family Farms, Edgewood, MD will
sponsor a $50.00 award for the Champion
Vegetable exhibitor and a $50.00 award for
the Best Vegetable Garden Display.
Rigdon Farms, Jarrettsville, MD will sponsor
a $10.00 award to the exhibitor who has the
most first prizes in the vegetable category.
Bill and Mary Amoss will sponsor a $10.00
award to the exhibitor who has the most first
prizes in the fruits category.
A premium will be awarded 1st through 4th
places. Champion and Reserve Champion
will be selected in each department. Ribbons
will be awarded to exhibits 1st through 6th
places and must be picked up with exhibits.
No ribbons will be mailed.
Register online at www.farmfair.org
RULES & REGULATIONS
1. Entries received Wednesday, July 29: 12:00
noon – 5:30 P.M. Entries released: Sunday,
Aug. 2, 6:00-8:00 P.M.
2. ALL Farm & Garden exhibits MUST BE
entered at the Farm & Garden registration
table. Please use the GREEN Farm & Garden
Entry Form. Be sure you attach the GREEN
ENTRY TAGS to your Farm & Garden
exhibit when entering.
3. It will be beneficial to have address labels
with you when entering exhibits.
4. All exhibits are to be grown and entered by
the exhibitor.
5. All exhibitors must be residents of Harford
County or reside within a 20 mile radius of
The Farm Fair Grounds.
6. Quantities specified in the exhibit list will be
strictly enforced.
7. Each exhibitor is limited to one entry per class.
8. Vegetable Exhibits should be free from defects
and blemishes caused by insects, bruises, sun
scald or spray burn.
9. All judges’ decisions are final.
10. Fleeces must be cleaned and bundled. One
entry per class per exhibitor
VEGETABLES
DEPARTMENT “I”
Superintendent: Sandy Nelson
Please be aware that vegetables are judged
on uniformity and edible sizing.
Class Number
Quantity
1 Beans, snap green
16
2 Beans, snap, wax
16
3 Beets, pickling, topped (1 inch top)5
4 Beets, slicing
5
5 Broccoli
1 bunch
6 Cabbage, green
1 head
7 Cabbage, red
1 head
8 Carrots
5
9 Cucumber, salad
3
10 Cucumber, pickling
5
11 Eggplant
1
12 Gourds, 1 variety
5
13 Gourds, mixed
5 varieties
14 Kale
1 bunch
15 Kohlrabi
5
16 Lettuce
1 bunch/head
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17 Lima Beans
16 pods
18 Mushrooms, any edible variety
5
19 Okra
5 pods
20 Onions, yellow, unpeeled
5
21 Onions, white, unpeeled
5
22 Onions, red
5
23 Peppers, sweet, green
3
24 Peppers, sweet, red
3
25 Peppers, hot, red
5
26 Peppers, hot , yellow
5
27 Peppers, hot, green
5
28 Peppers, any other variety
not listed above
5
29 Peppers, hot, a collection of
other varieties (1 of each variety)
minimum of 5
30 Peppers, sweet, banana
5
31 Peppers, sweet, any other
5
32 Potatoes, red
5
33 Potatoes, white 5
34 Pumpkin
1
35 Pumpkin, miniature
5
36 Squash, acorn
3
37 Squash, summer, crookneck
3
38 Squash, summer, straight neck
3
39 Squash, zucchini
3
40 Squash, zucchini, yellow
3
41 Squash, patty pan
3
42 Squash, any other variety
3
43 Sweet corn, white 5 ears
44 Sweet corn, yellow
5 ears
45 Tomatoes, red globe type
4
46 Tomatoes, yellow type
4
47 Tomatoes, red paste type
8
48 Tomatoes, red cherry or grape type,
small less than 1” diameter 24
49 Tomatoes, red cherry or pear type,
large greater than 1” diameter
24
50 Tomatoes, yellow cherry or grape type 24
51 Tomatoes, heaviest, any variety
1
52 Turnips
3
53 Rhubarb
1 bunch
54 Vegetable, any type, not listed above 1
55 Vegetable Garden Display
1
56 Vegetable Oddity – any vegetable
that has not conformed to true
shape of its variety
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HERBS
DEPARTMENT “II”
Assistant Superintendent: Peter D. Green
Please enter herbs in clear weighted
containers. A “bunch” is 6-8 stems of one
variety. Herbs that have started to go to
seed are not eligible.
1 Basil
1 bunch
2 Dill
1 bunch
3 Mint
1 bunch
4 Garlic
3
5 Parsley
1 bunch
6 Sage
1 bunch
7 Rosemary
1 bunch
8 Thyme
1 bunch
9 Lavender
1 bunch
10 Any other variety
not listed above
1 bunch
GRAIN AND HAY
DEPARTMENT “III”
Assistant Superintendent: Peter D. Green
Hay and grain exhibits are limited to
one entry per family. Hay should be in a
bundle that is18”x18”x6”. Bundles must
be tied tightly four ways.
1 Barley
1 Qt jar
2 Oats
1 Qt jar
3 Rye
1 Qt jar
4 Wheat
1 Qt jar
5 Soybeans
1 Qt jar
6 Corn, ears
5 ears
7 Corn, shelled
1 Qt jar
8 Popcorn, yellow
5 ears
9 Popcorn, ornamental
5 ears
10 Popcorn, other variety
5 ears
11 Corn, Indian
5 ears
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12 Alfalfa hay, 1st cutting
18”x18”x6”
13 Alfalfa hay,
later cutting 18”x18”x6”
14 Alfalfa/Grass mixed,
1st cutting
18”x18”x6”
15 Alfalfa/Grass mixed,
later cutting
18”x18”x6”
16 Clover hay
18”x18”x6”
17 Clover/Grass, mixed
18”x18”x6”
18 Orchard grass,
1st cutting
18”x18”x6”
19 Orchard grass,
later cutting
18”x18”x6”
20 Timothy hay
18”x18”x6”
21 Hay, grass, mixed,
other not listed 18”x18”x6”
22 Sunflower, dried
one head
23 Field corn
6 stalks
24 Unthreshed grain, 1 sheaf,
50 head sample, straw length at
least 10”
3 Extracted Honey, medium
1 lb. jar
4 Extracted Honey, dark
1 lb. jar
5 Comb Honey
1 section
6 Cut Comb Honey
1 plastic box
7 Chunk Honey
1 lb. jar
8 Frame of Honey in Comb
1 frame
9 Block of Bee’s Wax
1 lb. min.
10 Tapered Beeswax Candles
1 pair
11 Artistic Beeswax 1 item
12 Gift Arrangement
1 item
13 Any other Bee relate product 1 item
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FRUITS
DEPARTMENT “IV”
Assistant Superintendent: Doris Hoopes
1 Apples, any red variety
5
2 Green Apples
5
3 Blackberries
1 pint
4 Black raspberries
1 pint
5 Blueberries
1 pint
6 Cantaloupe
1
7 Strawberries
1 pint
8 Red raspberries
1 pint
9 Grapes, Concord
3 bunches
10 Peaches
5
11 Pears
5
12 Plums
5
13 Watermelon, red
1
14 Watermelon, yellow
1
15 Fruits, any other not listed
5
BEE PRODUCTS
DEPARTMENT “V”
Superintendent: John Knapstein
Assistant Superintendent: Cybil Preston
1 Educational Display
1
2 Extracted Honey, light
1 lb. jar
FLEECES
DEPARTMENT “VI”
Assistant Superintendent: Peter D. Green
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Fleeces must be from the current 20142015 wool crop and represent no more
than 15 months growth.
2. Each fleece must be clean, free of chaff,
burrs, tags, and second cuts.
3. Fleece must be skirted and in a clear
plastic garbage bag.
Basis for Judging
Fleeces will be judged on suitability for
hand-spinning.
AB
Quantity
NaturalWhite
ColoredFleeces
1
2 Fine: Spinning
count grades 64 to 80
1
(i.e Merino, Rambouillet,Targhee)
2
4 Medium: Spinning
count grades 50 to 62
(i.e. Corriedale, Columbia, Cheviot,
Montadale, Tunis)
3
6 Long: Spinning
count grades 36 to 48
(i.e. Romney, Cotswold, Leicester,
Lincoln, Coopworth)
4
8 Double-coated
1
1
1
(i.e.Karakul, Scottish Black Face,
Navajo-Churro)
5
10 Wool, any other variety/
color
1
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COMPOST
DEPARTMENT “VII”
method of composting.
13. Winners are required to pick up
ribbons and premiums on Sunday, the
last day of the Farm Fair between 6:00
– 8:00 pm. Ribbons and premiums
not picked up may be forfeited. No
ribbons or premiums will be mailed.
14. Entries will be divided into two
groups: mound or container compost;
and worm compost.
15.The first and second place winners
from each category will compete for
Champion and Reserve Champion
Superintendent: Keith Hoddinott
Assistant Superintendent: Barbara Hoddinott
Registration: up to 12 Noon on the last
day of the Farm Fair 2015 for the year
2016. Samples to be delivered to University of Maryland Cooperative Extension
- Harford County Office by the 15th of
May 2016.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1.The contest is open to residents of
Harford County and within a 20 mile
radius surrounding the fair grounds,
8 years old and older.
2. Only one exhibit per entrant.
3. Sign-up is at the Harford County Fair
for the next year’s competition.
4. Compost entries must be received at
the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension - Harford County Office
by 4:00 pm on the 16th of May 2015.
5. Compost entries must be submitted
on or before the due date to allow
adequate time for judging.
6. Compost entries must have been
made by the entrant from farm animal
manures, yard materials, and/or
garden materials.
7.Compost entries will become the
property of the Harford County Farm
Fair following judging.
8.Winners will be posted during the
Farm Fair.
9. Compost entries may be on display
during the Farm Fair.
10. Compost entries will be judged for
completeness of composting, organic
content and amount of soil-like material.
11.The decisions of the judges are final.
12. One (1) gallon of compost is required
for each exhibit. Compost entries must
be submitted in sealed (Ziplock©
type) plastic bag and can be measured
using a gallon milk container with
the top cut off. Entry must be labeled
with the name of entrant and the
AMATEUR WINES
DEPARTMENT VIII
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Superintendent: John Kohler
Specifications:
1. Entry must be produced by the
exhibitor.
2. No artificial coloring or flavoring agents
are allowed in entries.
3. Entries shall be entered in standard 750
ml or “fifth” wine bottles.
4. Composite, plastic or natural corks
only. Screw tops also acceptable. No
patterns or names
on corks.
5. Harford County
wines – (Wine
made from grapes
grown in Harford County) A
bottle of Harford
County wine can
be entered in more
than one class.
1 Dry White
2 Dry Red
3 Sweet
4 Fruit
5 Harford County Wines
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HOME ARTS
DEPARTMENT
Co-chairs: Mary Amoss and Betty Byrne
PARKING SPACE FOR EXHIBITORS
IS AVAILABLE ON THE HANDICAP
PARKING LOT ADJACENT TO THE
FAIRGROUNDS ENTRANCE GATE
ON WEDNESDAY ONLY.
Premiums: Champion – Ribbon and gift
card donated by Wegmans of Abingdon.
Reserve Champion – Ribbon
1st-Blue $4, 2nd Red $3,
3rd Yellow $2, 4th White $1
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Entries will be accepted Wednesday,
July 29, 2015, 12:00 noon to 5:30 P.M.
at the Fair Grounds on Tollgate Road,
Bel Air, MD. NO exhibits will be
accepted after 5:30 P.M.
2. Entries will be released Sunday, Aug.
2, 2015, 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. No vehicles
will be allowed on the Fairground
between 6:00-7:00 pm. Any entries
not removed by 8:00 P.M. will become
the property of the Fair.
3. No admission passes will be furnished
to Home Arts entrants.
4. Entries in all departments must be the
work of the exhibitor and entered in
his or her name.
5. Only one entry per class will be
accepted from any one exhibitor.
6. Each entry in all departments must
have an official entry tag correctly and
clearly filled out. Please provide name
and address labels for use on entry
tags, if you are entering many exhibits.
7. No entry will be accepted unless
there is a specified class listed in the
premium list.
8. All entries must be fresh, clean and
conform to size or content specifications.
9. All entries should have been completed
within the past year, August 2014 – July
2015. An exhibit which was entered
in the Harford County Farm Fair in
previous years will not be accepted.
10. The decisions of the Judges are final.
Register online at www.farmfair.org
The right is reserved for Judges to
open and examine all entries, and to
refrain from awarding prizes when the
entry is not worthy by their judgment.
11. See various departments for specific
rules pertaining to those exhibits.
12. Advance registration is requested for
your convenience. Fair catalog and
entry forms are available throughout
the County at local businesses,
libraries, or you may contact: The Fair
Office, 410-838-8663; Co-Chairs:
Mary Amoss 443-617-6801 or Betty
Byrne 410-676-1244, entry forms
are available at the Harford County
Extension Service Office, P.O. Box
663, Forest Hill, MD 21050 or
register online-www.farmfair.org
13. While security will be provided, the
Fair will not be responsible for loss or
damage to entries.
14. Ribbons will be awarded in each class
(first through sixth) and a premium
will be awarded (first through fourth),
a Champion and Reserve Champion
will be selected in each department.
15. P
lease use the Home Arts entry form
on the inside front cover of this catalog.
“FRESH BAKED”
PEACH PIE CONTEST
Superintentdent: Sue Pardo
Assistant Superintendents: Shirley Bortmes,
Thelma Maisenholder, Betty Cavanagh
Contest: Sunday, Aug. 2, 2:00 P.M.
Main Pavilion
Registration: Up to 2:00 P.M.
Premiums: Adults: 1st $40, 2nd $25,
3rd $15, 4th $10
Youth: 1st $40, 2nd $25, 3rd $15, 4th $10
Contest sponsored by:
Hoopes Quaker Hill Farm
Kirk’s Farm Produce
Lohr’s Pick-Your-Own Farm
McCormick & Company, Inc.
Shaw’s Orchard
Wilson’s Farm Market & Produce
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RULES
RED STAR merchandise award items will
be given to the winners in the yeast bread
categories.
1. The contest is open to male and female
contestants, 17 years old and up, and
youth classes 10-16 years.
2. Only one entry (pie) per entrant.
3. A previous winner of the champion
award is eligible to participate again
after a lapse of one year.
4. The pie must:
1 - be made from fresh peaches
2 - be made from “scratch” (filling and crusts)
3 - have two crusts
4 - be cooled before contest
5 - be baked in a clear glass pie plate
of your choice, but entrant is
responsible for picking up plate after
sale of pies following the contest.
5. Recipes must accompany the Pie and be
legibly written or typed.
6. McCormick & Company has been and
will continue to be a contributor in
judging as well as sponsor of some awards.
7. Pies will become property of the Harford
County Farm Fair following the judging.
8. A
ny profit from the pie sales will be donated
to Harford County Soup Kitchens.
DEPARTMENT “A”
BAKED PRODUCTS
AND CANDY
Superintendent: Hannah Amoss
Assistant Superintendent: Alice H. Remsberg
Awards
The Cake and Wedding Cottage will
provide a $20.00 gift certificate for the
champion decorated cake.
Susquehanna Beekeepers of Harford/
Cecil counties will sponsor cash awards
for winners in Class 10 - 1st $15, 2nd$10, 3rd-$5, 4th-$5. An additional
$10 will be given to winners (1st-4th)
who can provide proof that honey came
from a member in good standing of the
Susquehanna Beekeepers.
Red Star Yeast
will provide yeast and coupons to all
contestants in any of the Baking and
Candy Categories. In addition, three
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RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Entries in classes 1 through 67 must
be entered on stiff sturdy cardboard or
sturdy paper plates and placed in plastic
bags to retain freshness until judged.
2. No box cake mixes will be allowed,
except in classes 36 and 37
3. Only ½ cake will be accepted for entry,
except in classes 36 and 37.
4. Following judging of baked products,
the remaining portions will be
donated to a Harford County Soup
Kitchen. One sample will be displayed
throughout the Fair.
5. Entries received after 5:30 P.M. will be
disqualified in order to maintain equal
standards and start judging promptly.
Class Number
Quantity
Cakes
1 Chocolate cake/devil’s food cake,
no icing
½ cake
2 Yellow/white cake, no icing
½ cake
3 Pound cake, no icing ½ cake
4 Coffee cake, non-yeast
½ cake
5 Cupcakes, yellow, no icing
4
6 Cupcakes, chocolate/devil’s food,
no icing
4
7 Spice cake, no icing
½ cake
8 Applesauce cake, no icing
½ cake
9 Miscellaneous, no cheesecake
½ cake
Yeast Baked Breads, etc.
10 Bread, loaf, Baked with Honey 1 loaf
See above for special rules.
11 Bread, loaf, white ½ loaf
12 Bread, loaf, whole wheat
½ loaf
13 Bread, loaf, raisin, no icing
½ loaf
14 Bread, loaf, sour dough
½ loaf
15 Bread, loaf, other, specify
½ loaf
16 Rolls, White 4
17 Rolls, whole wheat
4
18 Rolls, other, specify
4
19 Sweet rolls with icing, sticky buns 4
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20 “Edible art bread” (Entries judged on
beauty, artistic creativity and taste. Use
your imagination!)
1
Machine-made Bread
No commercial mixes are allowed. Bread
Loaves must be made from “scratch”
and baked in the machine.
21 Loaf, white bread
1
22 Loaf, wheat bread
1
23 Loaf, other, specify
1
Quick Breads & Pastry
24 Pie, shell pastry, no filling
1
25 Pie, fruit filling and pastry shell
1
26 Pie, non-fruit and pastry shell, no
custard4
27 Biscuits
4
28 Biscuits, other, specify
4
29 Scones, plain or fruited
4
30 Muffins, plain
4
31 Muffins, corn
4
32 Muffins, fruited
4
33 Muffins, other, specify
4
34 Quick fruit/nut bread/loaf
½
35 Quick vegetable bread/loaf
½
Decorated Cakes
May use cake mix, (all decorations
must be edible and on edible cake or on
Styrofoam Cake form)
36 Special occasion and parties Whole Cake
37 Novelty, other, specify
Whole Cake
38 Cupcake
1
39 Cupcake (decorated by youth, 1
Children’s Classes
(ages 7 through 12, non-4-H member)
46 Best Chocolate chip cookie
6
47 Best cookie, other
6
48 Best candy, any kind
6
49 Best cupcake, any kind, no icing
2
Cookies
50 Brownies, chocolate, traditional,
no nuts
51 Brownies, other, specify
52 Cookies, butter
53 Cookies, oatmeal/raisin, plain
54 Cookies, oatmeal, other
55 Cookies, chocolate chip
56 Cookies, bar
57 Cookies, rolled, sugar
58 Cookies, sliced refrigerator
59 Cookies, molasses
60 Cookies, ginger snap
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
61 Cookies, peanut butter, plain
6
62 Cookies, pressed
6
63 Cookies, drop, other, specify
6
64 Snickerdoodles
6
65 Biscotti
6
66 Cookies, other, specify
6
67 Cookies, collection
4 different cookies 2 of each
8
68 “Edible art candy or cookie” 1 or more
(Entries judged on beauty, artistic creativity
& taste. Use your skill and imagination!)
DEPARTMENT “B”
FOOD PRESERVATION
age 7 through 12, non-4-H member)
Candy
40 Fudge, chocolate
41 Fudge, other, specify
42 Fudge, peanut butter
43 Peanut brittle
44 Buttercream, any flavor
45 Candy, miscellaneous
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Superintendent: Sue Pardo
Assistant Superintendents: Shirley Bortmes
Thelma Maisenholder
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. E
ntries accepted on Wednesday, July 29,
2015, from 12:00 noon to 5:30 p.m
2. Entries will be released on Sunday, Aug.
2– 6:00-8:00 p.m.
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3. All jars must be clean and have lids and
rings with no rust.
4. No “stick-on “ labels are permitted.
5. All jellies, jams preserves, conserves,
fruit butters and pickles will be opened
for judging. Paraffin is not to be used.
6. Only one entry per class per exhibitor
will be accepted.
7. Judges will follow the guidelines of the
Ball Blue Book and USDA Complete
Guide to Home Canning.
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for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving
Products and one (1) Free (up to $4
value) Coupon for Ball® Pectin.
Entries designated Second Place from each
category will receive:
• One (1) Five-Dollar ($5) Coupon
for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving
Products and one (1) Free (up to $4
value) Coupon for Ball® Pectin.
Ball® Fresh Preserving 2015
Youth Food Preservation Awards
Presented by: Ball® & Kerr® Fresh
Preserving PRODUCTS
In recognition of youth who excel in the art
of fresh preserving (canning), Jarden Home
Brands marketers of the Ball® and Kerr®
Fresh Preserving Products will present First
Place Awards in designated categories.
Ball® Fresh Preserving 2015
Adult Food Preservation Awards
Presented by: Ball® & Kerr® Fresh
Preserving PRODUCTS
Jarden Home Brands marketers of Ball®
and Kerr® Fresh Preserving Products
is proud to rrecognize today’s fresh
preserving (canning) enthusiasts. First
and Second Place Awards will be given
to individuals judged as the best in
designated categories.
A panel of judges will select the best entry
in each category for Fruit, Vegetable,
Pickle, and Soft Spread. Entries must be
preserved in Ball® Jars sealed with Ball®
Lids and Bands or Ball® Collection Elite®
Jars sealed with Collection Elite® Lids and
Bands, or preserved in Kerr® Jars sealed
with Kerr® Lids and Bands. In addition,
soft spread entries must be prepared using
Ball® Pectin: Classic, Low or No-Sugar
Needed or Liquid.
A panel of judges will select the two best
entries for Fruit, Vegetable, Pickle, and
Soft Spread categories. Entries must be
preserved in Ball® Jars sealed with Ball®
Lids and Bands, or Ball® Collection
Eite® Jars sealed with Collection Elite®
Lids and Bands, or preserved in Kerr®
Jars sealed with Kerr® Lids and Bands.
In addition, soft spread entries must be
prepared using Ball® Pectin: Classic, Low
or No-Sugar Needed or Liquid.
The best entry from each category will receive:
Entries designated First Place from each
category will receive:
2. USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning
#539 Reprint 2009.
• Two (2) Five-Dollar ($5) Coupons
3. Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving 2006.
• One (1) Five-Dollar ($5) Coupon
for Ball® or Kerr® Fresh Preserving
Products and one (1) Free (up to $4
value) Coupon for Ball® Pectin.
GENERAL JUDGING
GUIDELINES:
References
1. Ball Blue Book® of Preserving, copyright 2011.
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27 Corn, cut, whole kernel
Qt or Pint Jar
28 Cauliflower
Qt or Pint Jar
29 Greens, spinach or kale
Qt or Pint Jar
30 Broccoli
Qt or Pint Jar
31 Peas
Pint Jar
Please refer to the above references for
32 Vegetables mixed, clear liquidQt or Pint Jar
eligibility criteria.
33 Sauerkraut
Qt or Pint Jar
Canning for Youth:
34 Squash
Qt or Pint Jar
(Ages 14 years and under)
35 Tomatoes, broken
Qt or Pint Jar
ClassesQuantity
36 Tomatoes, whole
Qt or Pint Jar
1 Vegetables, any one variety Qt or Pint Jar 37 Tomato juice
Qt or Pint Jar
2 Fruits, any one variety
Qt or Pint Jar 38 Tomato puree
Qt or Pint Jar
3 Jam, any one variety
½ Pint Jar 39 3 Jars of canned vegetables –
4 Jelly, any one variety
½ Pint Jar
3 different kinds.
Qt or Pint Jar
5 Pickles, any one variety
Qt or Pint Jar
Jellies
6 Relish, any one variety
Qt or Pint Jar
40 Apple
½ Pint Jar
Fruits
41 Cherry
½ Pint Jar
7 Apples, Quartered
Qt or Pint Jar 42 Crab Apple
7A Applesauce
Qt or Pint Jar 43 Dewberry or blackberry
½ Pint Jar
8 Blackberries
Qt or Pint Jar 43A Elderberry
½ Pint Jar
9 Cherries, red, whole
Qt or Pint Jar 44 Grape
½ Pint Jar
10 Cherries, white, whole
Qt or Pint Jar 45 Green Pepper
½ Pint Jar
11 Cherries, red, pitted
Qt or Pint Jar 46 Mint
½ Pint Jar
12 Fruit juice, apple
Qt or Pint Jar 47 Peach
½ Pint Jar
13 Fruit juice, grape, Qt or Pint Jar 48 Plum
½ Pint Jar
14 Peaches, yellow, halves
Qt or Pint Jar 49 Raspberry, black
½ Pint Jar
15 Peaches, sliced
Qt or Pint Jar 50 Raspberry, red
½ Pint Jar
16 Pears, halves
Qt or Pint Jar 51 Strawberry
½ Pint Jar
17 Raspberries, black
Qt or Pint Jar 52 Wine Berry
½ Pint Jar
18 Raspberries, red
Qt or Pint Jar
Jams
19 Mixed fruit
Qt or Pint Jar
53 Blackberry
½ Pint Jar
20 3 jars of canned fruits –
54 Blueberry ½ Pint Jar
3 different kinds
Qt or Pint Jar
55 Cherry
½ Pint Jar
Vegetables
56 Elderberry
½ Pint Jar
21 Beans, green, cut pieces
Qt or Pint Jar 57 Grape
½ Pint Jar
22 Beans, green, French style Qt or Pint Jar 58 Peach
½ Pint Jar
23 Beans, waxed
Qt or Pint Jar 59 Raspberry, black
½ Pint Jar
24 Beans, lima
Qt or Pint Jar 60 Raspberry, red
½ Pint Jar
25 Beets, sliced or whole
Qt or Pint Jar 61 Strawberry
½ Pint Jar
26 Carrots, sliced or whole
Qt or Pint Jar 62 Mixed Jam
½ Pint Jar
(These references may differ in some areas. However
information contained in both references is correct
and safe. As manufacturers of the jars, bands and
lids (closures) we recommend our products be used
as instructed in the Ball Blue Book@ of Preserving.)
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63 Diabetic fruit jam – no sugar
½ Pint Jar
64 Blackberry
65 Cherry
66 Peach
67 Pear
68 Plum
69 Raspberry
70 Strawberry
71 Tomato, red or yellow
72 Watermelon
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
87 Dill Pickle
Qt or Pint Jar
88 Corn Relish
Qt or Pint Jar
89 Dixie Relish, cabbage, Qt or Pint Jar
onions peppers
90 Cauliflower
Qt or Pint Jar
91 Green tomato pickle, Qt or Pint Jar
whole or slices
92 Pepper relish
Qt or Pint Jar
93 Hot pepper relish
Qt or Pint Jar
94 Hot peppers, pickled
Qt or Pint Jar
95 Mustard relish, fine,
Qt or Pint Jar
chopped
96 Mustard relish, chunks Qt or Pint Jar
97 Pickled beets, sliced Qt or Pint Jar
or whole
98 Pickled zucchini
Qt or Pint Jar
99 Beans
Qt or Pint Jar
100 Sour cucumber pickles, Qt or Pint Jar
whole or sliced
101 Sweet cucumber pickles, Qt or Pint Jar
whole
102 Sweet cucumber pickles, Qt or Pint Jar
sliced
103 Zucchini relish
Qt or Pint Jar
104 Spiced peaches
Qt or Pint Jar
105 Mixed vegetables
Qt or Pint Jar
106 Watermelon pickle
Qt or Pint Jar
107 Sweet pickle relish
Qt or Pint Jar
108 Salsa, mild
Qt or Pint Jar
109 Salsa, hot
Qt or Pint Jar
Preserves
Conserves
73 Fruit
74 Vegetable
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
Butters
75 Apple
76 Pumpkin
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint
Marmalade
77 Orange
½ Pint Jar
78 Pumpkin
½ Pint Jar
79 “Hostess Sampler”
3 (½ Pint Jars)
A variety of Jams, Jellies, Preserves or
Conserves displayed in a decorated
container
80 Quick Dinner
5 Jars Qt or Pint
with menu, arranged in a container
that could be given as a gift. Dinner
must be ready to serve as canned, but
may be heated or chilled. Print the
menu clearly on 3”x5” index card for
display.
Pickles and Relishes
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Dried Foods
110 Dried Fruits
111 Dried herbs
112 Dried Vegetables
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
½ Pint Jar
81 Bread and butter pickle Qt or Pint Jar Meats and Fish
82 Catsup
Qt or Pint Jar 113 Beef, pork, lamb,
Qt or Pint Jar
83 Spaghetti sauce, meatlessQt or Pint Jar
mutton, veal or venison
84 Barbecue Sauce
Qt or Pint Jar 114 Poultry
Qt or Pint Jar
85 Chili Sauce
Qt or Pint Jar 115 Fish
Qt or Pint Jar
86 Chow-chow, Qt or Pint Jar
(green tomato, onion, pepper, cabbage)
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DEPARTMENT “C”
CLOTHING
Superintendent: Joanna Miller
Assistant Superintendent: Carol Knickman
Best Youth Exhibitor Award, a gift card to
a local business, will be given.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. All entries must have been completed in
the past year.
2. Pin entry tag on left front of garment.
3. We encourage all exhibitors to list the
pattern brand and number on the entry
tag.
4. Hand embroidered, smocked or French
sewn items will be judged primarily on
sewing skills.
5. Entry must be constructed by the
exhibitor, including garments with
decorative work (costumes, appliqué,
embroidery, etc.)
6. All items should arrive for entry secured
on clothes hangers. Exceptions will be
made for non-clothing miscellaneous
items in classes 65-70, 74 and 81.
7. One exhibit per class. Ready-made
garments with embellishments will be
disqualified.
BASIS FOR JUDGING
General Appearance
a. Clean, no spots or stains
b. Well pressed
c. Pleasing combination of colors
d. Trim suitable to fabric
Fabric
a. Suitable for type of garment and
pattern
Workmanship
a. Correct stitch length and tension for
fabric weight
b. No loose thread
Seams
a. Seams even 5/8” or as pattern directs
b. Clipped on curves
c. Finished according to fabric (i.e.
zigzag, overcast or turned and stitched)
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d. Well pressed
e. Top stitching even
Darts
a. Should not pucker at points
b. S hould be pressed according to guide
sheet
Thread and Seam Binding
a. Should be compatible to fabric and
finished edge
b. No iron-on hem facing
Buttons and Closures
a. Should compliment garment
b. Be attached by thread shank methods
(unless button has manufactured
shank)
Hooks and Eyes, Snaps
a. Size and weight should be
appropriate for fabric
b. Should not show on right side
c. Neckline zipper should have hook
and eye at top if zipper is not even
with neckline
Zippers
a. Stitching should be evenly spaced for
the appropriate zipper application
Pleats and Tucks
a. Evenly spaced and properly pressed
b. Top stitched if required by pattern
instructions
Class Number
WOOL ITEMS (Any gender, any age)
1 Wool garment, tailored, lined
2 Wool garment, tailored, unlined
3 Outerwear, tailored, lined
OUTERWEAR – not wool (for any
gender, any age)
4 Coat or jacket, lined
5 Coat or jacket, unlined
WOMEN’S/TEEN GIRLS GARMENTS
Any wool items will be entered in Classes 1-3
6 Two-piece outfit, any fabric
7 Blazer or jacket, tailored, lined, not wool
8 Blazer or jacket, unlined, not wool
9 Skirt
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10 Slacks
11 Jumper
12 Dress, short, cotton, linen, or blend
13 Dress, short, dressy or best
14 Dress, any length, evening or cocktail,
any fabric
15 Wedding gown
16 Lingerie, slip or sleepwear
18 Blouse, tailored
19 Blouse, cotton, linen or blend
20 Sports/Active – jogging or warm-up,
exercise, swimming, etc.
21 Vest
SMOCKING AND/OR HAND
EMBROIDERED ITEMS
Women’s and Girls (ages 4 and up)
40 Sleepwear
41 Blouse or top
42 Dress or jumper
43 Counter-change smocking
GIRLS/PRE-TEENS
22 Dress, general wear
23 Dress, daytime, dressy
24 Dress, special occasion (flower girl,
party-type, etc.)
25 Jumper or jumpsuit
26 Ensemble, two or more pieces
27 Blouse or top
28 Vest
29 Skirt, any fabric
30 Shorts, skorts, or pants, any fabric
Infants – Smocked Embroidered
48 Christening gown, dress type only
49 Two-piece outfit
50 One-piece outfit
51 Counter-change smocking
TODDLER’S GARMENTS
31 Two-piece outfit, cotton or blend
32 One-piece outfit, cotton blend
33 Sleepwear
MENS/BOYS GARMENTS
56 Casual jacket, not wool
57 Vest
58 Shirt, cotton or blend
59 Trousers or shorts, any fabric
60 Active-wear, warm-up, etc.
61 Sleepwear
INFANTS
34 Two-piece outfit, cotton or blend
35 One-piece outfit, cotton or blend
36 Christening outfit, dress type only
CREATIVE APPLICATIONS
37 Constructed garment or outfit
featuring one creative technique: i.e.
patchwork piecing appliqué, hand or
machine quilting, etc.
38 Constructed garment or outfit
featuring machine embroidery
39 Constructed garment or outfit using
combined techniques
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Toddlers – Smocked/Embroidered
44 Two-piece outfit
45 One-piece outfit
46 Tabard style vest
47 Counter-change smocking
FRENCH MACHINE SEWING ONLY
52 Teen/Adult garment
53 Child’s garment, age 4 to preteen
54 Infant/toddler garment, age newborn
to 36 months
55 Christening outfit, dress type only
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
62 Costume
63 Family outfits – matching or
coordinating garments for any two
family members
64 Constructed item, original design not
purchased pattern
65 Doll Clothes
66 Miscellaneous item, not garment
ACCESSORIES
67 Handbag or tote
68 Apron
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69 Neckwear, any type
70 Baby bonnet, with French machine
sewing, hand embroidery, or smocking
SPECIAL CATEGORY FOR YOUTH
Under 16 years old, non-4-H member –
place age on entry tag
71 Skirt
72 Shorts
73 Blouse or shirt, cotton or blend
74 Tote or sport bag
75 Sleepwear
76 Dress or jumper
77 Sports/Active Wear
78 Vest
79 Skort
80 Apron
81 Miscellaneous constructed item
DEPARTMENT “D”
CRAFTS
Superintendent: Joyce Eaton
Assistant Superintendent:Sharon Harvey
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Craft entries should be designed and
constructed by the exhibitor. Kits cannot
be accepted unless labeled as such.
2. Because of limited space, size
restrictions will be adhered to. Exhibits
larger than 24” in any direction will be
accepted as space allows.
3. Entries will be released on Sunday, Aug
2, 2015, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m
4. The Crafts Department will provide a
Senior Division (A) age 17 and above,
and a Junior Division (B) age 16 and
below for non-4-H members. Please list
age of junior on entry form.
5. Clothing must be entered on hangers.
Section 1 - Crafts
ClassNumberQuantity
1A 1BMacramé
1
2A
2B
Sculpture, wood
1
(Woodworkers/Carvers – see Dept N Woodworking)
3A
3B
Sculpture, metal 1
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4B
Sculpture, clay
1
5A
5B
Sculpture, paper
1
6A
6B
Sculpture, plastic
1
7A
7B
Ceramics, decorated
mold under 12”
1
8A8B
Ceramics, made by hand slab
built, coil or thrown,etc.1
9A
9B
Painting on wood
1
10A 10B Painting on metal
1
11A
11B Painting on fabric
1
12A
12B Painting on glass
1
13A 13B
Painting on rock or slate 1
14A 14B
Painting on any other
medium not listed above1
15A
15B Leather work
1
16A 16BDecoupage
1
17A
17B String or wire art
1
18A
18B Doll, original design 1
19A
19B Doll, pattern
1
20A
20B Doll, porcelain
1
21A
21B Stuffed toy
1
22A
22B Sweatshirt or T-shirt 1
decorated, all media,
holiday
1
23A
23BSweatshirt or T-shirt,
painted1
24A
24B Sweatshirt or T-shirt,
tie-dyed
1
25A
25B Sweatshirt or T-shirt,
any decorated, not listed
above
1
26A
26B Lamp shade, other
1
27A
27B Paperwork, quilling 1
28A
28B Paper cutting,
Scherenschnitte 1
29A 29BStamping
1
30A 30BStenciling
1
31A
31B Wreath, artificially
decorated
1
32A
32B Miniature item
1
33A
33B Holiday item
1
34A
34B
Jewelry
1
35A
35B beadwork, decorative,
on leather or fabric
1
36A
36B Off-loom beadwork,
not appliqué
1
37A 37BCollage
1
38A 38BMosaic
1
39A
39B Gourds, carved
1
40A
40B Gourds, painted
1
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42A
41B Gourds, wood burned 1
42B Gourds, other, not listed
above 1
43A 43B Candles
1
44A 44BSoaps
1
45A 45BScrapbook
1
46A
46B Miscellaneous, any item
not listed above
1
Forest Hill Frame Outlet will sponsor an
award for the champion exhibit in the
Embroidery/Needlework Classes. Evelyn
Isom will sponsor a $5.00 award for the
Champion and Reserve Champion in the
12-18 years Youth Category.
Section 2 - Baskets
1. Embroidery, hand/machine only, no
liquid embroider.
2. All articles for exhibit must be clean
and blocked.
3. All pictures and samplers must have
the back enclosed with brown paper
and ready to hang.
4. All picture and sampler measurements
include framing.
5. P
icture pairs and plastic canvas multiples
shall be considered as one entry.
6. Needlepoint entered in classes E-42
through E-53 must be executed on
mono, interlock or Penelope canvas.
7. Needlepoint stitched on plastic canvas
must be entered in classes E-54
through E-62
8. The Embroidery Department will
provide “Youth Categories” for non4-H members in two age groups: “A”under 12 years, and “B”-12-18 years,
in cross-stitch and plastic canvas.
9. All exhibits should have been
completed within the past year.
10. If you have a technique not listed
below, please bring it to the fair, and
we will accommodate your item.
Class Number
Quantity
Candlewicking
1 Pillow
1
2 Holiday item
1
3 Miscellaneous
1
Cross-Stitch (Stamped Design)
4 Table linens, tablecloth, placemats,
no napkins
1
5 Pillowcases, Cross-stitched, stamped
design2
Superintendent: Dorothy Fisher
The Deer Creek Basketry Guild will
sponsor the “Challenge Award” in the
Baskets Dept. $25.00 and a one-year
Guild membership will be awarded to
the exhibitor for the best constructed
basket woven in an original design with
a “Maryland Sports” theme, using basket
weaving materials of your choice.
1A
1B
Splint Basket
2A
2B
Ribbed Basket
3A
3B
Wicker Basket
4A
4B
Coiled/Plaited Basket
5A
5B
Basket from a mold
6A
6B
Basket, other
7A
7B
“Challenge Basket”
(see rules above)
8A
8B
Twill weaving
9A 9BMiniature
10A 10BOrnament
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Section 3 - Stained Glass
Superintendent: Margie Nichols
1A
1B
Small lamp or lamp shade,
under 9” diameter base1
2A
2B
Large lamp over 9”
diameter base
1
3A 3BSun-catchers
1
4A
4BGlass panel 18 “ and
under1
5A5B
Panels, greater than 18”1
6A6B
Other stained glass item1
7A
7B
Caming (old lead)
DEPARTMENT “E”
EMBROIDERY &
NEEDLEWORK
Superintendent: Evelyn Isom
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6 Holiday item
1
7 Miscellaneous
1
Cross-Stitch (Counted Thread)
8 Picture, original design up to
11”x12” framed
1
9 Picture, purchased design up
to 11”x12”, framed
1
10 Picture, purchased design, miniature
size, framed
1
11 Picture, original design over 11”x12”,
but not larger than 20’x30”, framed 1
12 Picture, purchased design sampler over
11”x12”, but not to exceed
15”x18” framed
1
13 Picture, purchased design, poetry/verse,
over 11”x12”, but not to exceed
15”x18”, framed
1
14 Picture, purchased design for children,
over 11”x12”, but not to exceed
15”x18”, framed
1
15 Picture, purchased design, wedding or
birth announcement framed any size 1
16 Picture, purchased design other than
listed above, over 11”x12”, but not
to exceed 15”x 18”, framed
1
17 Picture, purchased design over
15”x18”, but not to exceed
20”x33”, framed
1
18 Picture purchased design over 20”x33”,
not to exceed 30”x33”, framed
1
19 Christmas Stocking
1
20 Pillow, purchased design
1
21 Bell pull
1
not to exceed 20”x33”
1
22 Holiday decoration, any item,
not to exceed 20”x33”
1
23 Home accessory, any item not to
exceed 20”x33”
1
24 Miscellaneous item
1
Embroidery – (Floss items)
25 Guest towels
2
26 Table linens, tablecloth, placemats
only, no napkin
1
27 Picture, not to exceed 11”x12”,
framed1
28 Picture, larger than 11”x12”, framed 1
29 Pillowcases, no pillows
2
30 Miscellaneous item
1
31 Holiday item
1
32 Crazy quilt
1
33 Afghan, quilt or throw
Crewel1
34 Pillow
1
35 Picture, not to exceed 11”x12”,
framed1
36 Picture, over 11”x12”, not
to exceed 20”x35”, framed
1
37 Any holiday item, not to exceed
20”x33”1
38 Miscellaneous item
1
Brazilian Embroidery – executed with
rayon threads
39Any item
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40Any item, framed or free standing
41 Holiday item
42 Ornament
43 Miscellaneous item
Needlepoint
44 Framed item, less than 12”x14”
45 Framed item less than 12”x14”,
worked from graph
46 Framed item less than 12”x14”, kit
47 Framed item 12”x14” and larger
Needlepoint (Pillow)
48 Purchased design
49 Worked from graph
50 Kit
Needlepoint (Miscellaneous)
51 Bag, purse or accessory
52 Bench, stool or chair
53 Doll house miniature
54 Holiday item
55 Stand Up, painted canvas or worked
from a graph
56 Silk Gauze, any item
Plastic Canvas Needlepoint
57 Framed picture
58 Original design, any item
1
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59 Box, brick cover, basket
1
60 Tote bag or purse
1
61 Baby item, not to exceed
24” in any direction
1
62 Holiday item, not to exceed 24”
in any direction
1
63 Small ornament, not to exceed
24” in any direction
1
64 3-D item, not to exceed 24” in any
direction1
65 Miscellaneous, not to exceed
24” in any direction
1
Counted Thread
66 Battenburg lace, by hand
1
67 Pulled thread
1
68 Hardanger
1
69 Lace net darning
1
70 Needlepunch
1
71 Blackwork
1
Huck Embroidery (Swedish weaving)
72 Any item executed on monk’s cloth 1
73 Any item not on monk’s cloth, e.g.
Aida, huck, popcorn or waffle weave
Machine Embroidery
74 Battenburg lace
1
75 Charted Needle
1
76 Freeform embroidery
1
77 Machine embroidery with feed
1
Embellished Ready to Wear
78 Duplicate stitch
1
79 Cross-stitch
1
80 Other Embroidery
1
Ribbon Embroidery
81 Framed picture
1
82 Clothing
1
83 Accessories
1
84 Miscellaneous
1
Threadpainting (Needlepainting)
85 Picture, 6” or smaller
1
86 Picture, 6” or larger
1
Youth Categories
(Non-4-H members) A-Under 12 years,
B-12-18 years
Cross-stitch
87A 87B Picture, stamped design 1
88A 88B Picture, counted design
89A 89B Holiday item
90A 90B Miscellaneous item
Plastic Canvas
91A 91B Box, brick cover, basket
92A 92B Tote bag or purse
93A 93B Holiday item
94A 94B Miscellaneous item
Needlepoint
95A 95B Framed picture
96A 96B Holiday item
97A 97B Miscellaneous item
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DEPARTMENT “F”
FINE ARTS
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Superintentdent: Dara Ryan
Assistant Superintendent: Debbie Johansen
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. All pictures should be wired for
hanging. Pictures not properly mounted
or framed and ready for hanging will be
disqualified.
2. Limit of one entry per class
3. Must be original works of art painted
within the past year.
4. No nudes on paintings, drawings, etc.
5. Fine Arts will provide divisions in Adult
(over 18), Ages 15-18, Ages 12-14,
Ages 9-11, and 8 yrs. and under. If
18 or younger please give age on entry
form.
6. Art work must be under glass
(except for oil and acrylics), must be
framed and wired for hanging for
adult pictures. Drawings should be
appropriately matted.
7. The Harford County Farm Fair, Inc. is
not responsible for any loss or damage
of any entry.
8. Framed pictures shall not exceed
30”x30”.
Class Number
Quantity
Adult
1 Watercolor
1
2 Oil (not under glass)
1
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3 Acrylic (not under glass)
1
4 Pastel, color pencil, oil pastel, chalk 1
5 Drawing, scratch art, pen/ink/graphite 1
6 Collage (must be cut and paste)
1
7 Mixed media (list methods used)
1
8 Miscellaneous
1
9 Computer Art, must be original, 1
no clip art or stock images
Ages 15-18 Ages 12-14
10A 10B Watercolor 1
11A 11B Acrylic (not under glass) 1
12A 12BPastel, color pencil, oil
pastel, chalk
1
13A13B
Drawing, scratch art,
pen/ink/graphite1
14A 14BCollage
(must be cut and paste
1
15A 15BMixed Media
(list methods used)
1
16A16BAbstract
1
17A 17B Miscellaneous
1
Ages 9-11 Ages 8 and under
18A 18B Painting, any media
1
19A19BDrawing
1
20A 20BMiscellaneous
1
DEPARTMENT “G”
FLOWERS AND PLANTS
Superintendent: Joyce Evans
Asst. Superintendent: Mary Driver
Wegmans of Abingdon will sponsor a
gift certificate for the Grand Champion
exhibitors in the Plants and Flowers and
the Arrangements Classes. Kroh's Nursery
will sponsor a gift certificate for the Reserve
Champion exhibitors in the Plants and
Flowers and the Arrangements Classes. The
Master Gardeners of Harford County will
award $10 each to the Grand Champion
and Reserve Champion in the children’s
category. The Master Gardeners of
Harford County will also award $25 to the
Grand Champion and $15 to the Reserve
Champion in the Teen Scene category.
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RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Entries open to amateurs only.
2. Arrangement container must be labeled
on the bottom with name and address
of exhibitor.
3. Cut flower entries must have been
grown by the exhibitor. Flower, fruit,
and vegetables in arrangements must
be home grown with “The Country
Bouquet” being the only exception.
4. Cut flower specimens should be in
a clear jar or bottle; arrangements
should be in type of container
specified, weighted to support flowers
when necessary. THE HARFORD
COUNTY FARM FAIR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR CONTAINERS.
5. All potted plants must have been grown
by the exhibitor or in his/her possession
for at least three months and not
exhibited at the Harford Co. Farm Fair
in the last three years. Please do not
dig anything from the wild.
6. Tall, top heavy flowers must be entered
for display in containers weighted with
marbles or rocks.
7. All arrangements should be in lined
containers so they can be watered
during the fair.
Helpful Hints
1. Groom the potted plants – clean the
leaves, remove all dead/damaged leaves,
clean the pots.
2.Cut flower specimens: Flowers should
be blemish free. There should not be
any foliage below the water line, but
some foliage should be attached to the
stem above the water line.
Class Number
Potted Plants Quantity
1 Cactus or succulent, up to 6” pot
1
2 Mixed plant dish garden to fit
in approx. 9” to 11” area
1
3 Fern, any variety up to 6” pot 1
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4 A foliage plant, up to 8” pot
1
5 A flowering plant, up to 8” pot
1
Cut Flowers
6 Zinnia, a collection of
3
7 Dahlia, any type, a collection of
3
8 Cosmos, a collection of
3
9 Lily, not a daylily, any single
Lilium Stem
1 stem
10 Bundled bouquet, dried flowers,
not in water, 5 different
varieties
3 stems ea.
11 Garden flowers, collection of
5 different varieties
5 stems
12 Gladiola, 1 stem with foliage 1 stem
13 Sunflower size 2”- 4”, fresh 1 stem
14 Sunflower size 4”- 8” fresh
1 stem
15 Biggest Flower-fresh blossom
only 1 stem
16 Any perennial-same variety
3 stems
17 Any annual-same variety
3 stems
18 Rudbeckia
3 stems
19 Yarrow, a collection of any 3 stems
20 Celosia, a collection of any 3 stems
21 Hydrangea, fresh
1 stem
Arrangements
22 Bridal Bouquet-hand tied design, using
only homegrown elements. Should
be bound with rubber band or floral
tape, decoratively tied with raffia or
ribbon. Provide a Mason jar for display
purposes.
23 Country Bouquet – in a quart Mason
jar, wild flowers and foliage, all field
picked. NO GARDEN FLOWERS
allowed in this design. Components
must be collected, but not grown by
exhibitor.1
24 Mr. MacGregor’s Basket”- 21” or
smaller, an arrangement of flowers,
foliage, fruit and/or vegetables, at least
5 different varieties in a basket. 1
25 Pint of Color: Arrangement of one
color hue, with greens, in a pint Mason
jar1
26 It Isn’t Easy Being Green: 8” or smaller
unbreakable container, arrangement
exclusively of greenery, no flowers,
no seeds, no pods, utilizing textures,
shapes, and colors of foliage.
1
Teen Scene 13-19 Years Old
27 One arrangement, your choice,
meeting specifications of #22
through #26 listed above.
1
Children 12 years and under
28 My favorite flowers – a collection
of 3 different stems
3 stems
29 I grew this flower
1 stem
30 Sunflower Collection – Fresh blossoms
6" or less 2 stems
31 Zinnia collection 2 stems
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DEPARTMENT “H”
KNITTING
Superintendent: Jean Smith
Assistant Superintendent: Barbara Stam
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Cover all sewn-in name labels.
Class Number
Quantity
Children’s Clothing
1 3 piece infant set, booties bonnet
and sweater
1
2 Infant sweater, cardigan,
buttoned , or ties
1
3 Sweater, size 2-6, sleeves, cardigan
4 Sweater, size 8-12, sleeves, cardigan 1
5 Sweater, size 2-6, sleeves, pullover
1
6 Sweater, size 8-12, sleeves, pullover 1
7 Christening dress or long or
short dress
1
8 Infant boy’s outfit
9 Child’s hat
1
10 Gloves or mittens
1
11 Baby blanket
1
12 Poncho
1
13 Original Design, any garment
1
14 Miscellaneous, children’s
1
Adult Clothing
15 Sweater, Aran Isle pattern,
Animal Fiber
1
16 Sweater, Aran Isle pattern,
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other fiber or blends
1
17 Sweater, Icelandic, circular knit
1
18 Sweater, cardigan, wool,
buttoned or wrap, sleeves
1
19 Sweater, cardigan, wool blend,
sleeves1
20 Sweater, cardigan or wrap,
other than wool, sleeves
1
21 Sweater, pullover wool, sleeves
1
22 Sweater, pullover, wool blend,
sleeves1
23 Sweater, pullover, other than wool,
sleeves1
24 Vest, pullover, wool
1
25 Vest, pullover, other than wool
1
26 Vest, pullover, blends
1
27 Vest, cardigan wool
1
28 Vest, cardigan, other than wool
1
29 Vest, cardigan, blends
1
30 Stole, shawl 1
31 Lace stole, shawl
1
32 Poncho
1
33 Loom knitting
1
34 Felting
1
35 Original design, any garment
1
36 Neck Scarfs or Mobius
37 Miscellaneous, adult clothing
1
Adult Accessories
38 Socks
1
39 Mittens or gloves
1
40 Scarf
1
41 Lace scarf
1
42 Slippers
1
43 Hat
1
44 Purse or bag
1
45 Original design
1
46 Miscellaneous, adult accessory
1
Home Accessories
47 Bed Spread
1
48 Afghan
1
49 Doily 1
50 Wash cloth
1
51 Pillow
1
52 Lace by the yard
1
53 Christmas stocking
1
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54 Christmas ornament
55 Miscellaneous Home Accessory
Youth (ages 15 and under)
56 Sweater, any design
57 Scarf
58 Hat
59 Miscellaneous, youth
1
1
1
1
1
DEPARTMENT “I”
CROCHET AND
TATTING
Honorary Superintendent: Mary Silling
Superintendent: Gloria Moon
Assistant Superintendent: Lee Crush
RULES AND REGULATIONS
NOTE
Afghans must measure 45”-60” wide, and
not more than 80” long including fringe.
Framed items not accepted if under glass.
Class Number
Quantity
Crochet
Children’s Clothing and Accessories
1 3 piece infant set
1
2 Infant sweater
1
3 Child’s sweater, age 2-6
1
4 Child’s dress
1
5 Crib or carriage cover
1
6 Infant’s or child’s toy
1
7 Christening outfit
1
8 Ornamental doll
1
9 Miscellaneous
1
Adult Clothing
10 Sweater
1
11 Stole, shawl or cape
1
12 Purse
1
13 Holiday apparel, e.g. Santa Vest
1
14 Hat and Scarf set
1
15 Hat
1
16 Scarf
1
17 Miscellaneous
1
Home Accessories (no garments)
18 Table Dressing, table runner
or mats
1
19 Bedspread, full or twin
1
20 Afghan, ripple
1
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21 Afghan, straight stripe
1
22 Afghan, blocks
1
23 Afghan, original design
1
24 Afghan, first time entry
1
25 Afghan, holiday or sports theme
1
26 Afghan, crocheted in one piece
1
27 Afghan, shell stitch
1
28 Afghan, Granny squares
1
29 Afghan, other than listed
1
30 Doily, large (at least 8” diameter)
1
31 Doily, small (less than 8” diameter) 1
32 Kitchen Accessory set
1
33 Pillow or Pillowcase (not stuffed)
1
34 Rug
1
35 Lace edging, at least 12”
1
36 Ornament
1
37 Holiday item
1
38 Miscellaneous
1
39 Crochet Jewelry or accessories 1 set
Tatting
40 Lace edging, at least 12”
1
41 Doily (tatting)
1
42 Bookmark
1
43 Ornament
1
44 Jewelry
1
45 Holiday item
1
46 Miscellaneous
1
Youth (Ages 15 and under)
47 Crochet item, one or two stitch
design(s)1
48 Miscellaneous
1
4. Skeins should be at least 2 ounces in
weight, with a circumference of 1½ to
2 yards.
5. All yarns should be washed, blocked,
thoroughly dried, and be re-skeined
before being submitted for judging.
When setting the twist, care should be
taken to weight or block evenly.
DEPARTMENT “J”
SPINNING AND
WEAVING
Superintendent: Beverly Fletcher
SPINNING
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Only one entry per person per class.
2. Each skein must be constructed by the
entrant only. Articles made from handspun yarns must be constructed by the
spinner and made entirely from yarn
spun by that person.
3. A 3”x5” card must be attached to each
skein of yarn, stating the breed or wool
type and its intended use.
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SPINNING – BASIS FOR
JUDGING
Hand spinning will be judged on control
and consistency of chosen technique,
aesthetic and tactile appeal of yarn, degree
of time, skill and creativity represented,
and value in relation to use.
Handspun
1. Fine singles
2. Medium singles
3. Thick singles
4. Fine plied yarn
5. Medium plied yarn
6. Thick plied yarn
7. Yarn spun from an animal fiber other
than wool
8. Yarn spun from a vegetable fiber such
as flax or cotton
9. Yarn spun by a novice spinner (less
than a year)
Skeins spun from commercially
prepared fiber:
10. Fine singles
11. Medium singles
12. Thick singles
13. Fine plied yarn
14. Medium plied yarn
15. Thick plied yarn
16. Yarn spun from an animal fiber other
that wool
17. Yarn spun from a vegetable fiber suck
as flax or cotton
18. Yarn spun by a novice spinner (less
than a year)
19. Art yarn designed by the spinner
Skeins spun from fiber prepared either
by the spinner or commercially:
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20. At least one pound or 2000 yards spun
for one project
Handspun, woven or hand knitted
articles:
21. Garment made from dyed handspun
22. Garment made from natural fiber
23. Wearable accessory
24. Scarf or shawl
25. Blanket or afghan
12. Large item using another technique
13. Item woven by a novice weaver (less
than a year)
14. Item woven on a heddle loom
15. Item woven on an inkle loom
WEAVING
BASIS FOR JUDGING
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Only one entry per person per class.
2. Each item must be woven by the entrant.
3. Handweaving is weaving done on a
hand loom which contains two or
more harnesses, or on frame looms.
ARTICLES WOVEN ON DOBBY
LOOMS MUST BE LABELED AS
SUCH, BUT MAY BE ENTERED IN
ANY APPROPRIATE CATEGORY
4. A 3”x5” card must be attached to each
article stating the fibers used and the
method or style of weaving.
WEAVING – BASIS FOR
JUDGING
General appearance, design, workmanship.
Judges will make comments for the benefit
of the exhibitor.
Weaving (In these classes large is defined
as having a surface area of greater than 500
sq. inches, 20x25 inches or 10x50inches.
Small is any item having a surface area of
less that 500 sq. inches.)
1. Small plain weave item
2. Large plain weave item
3. Small twill item
4. Large twill item
5. Small double-weave item
6. Large double-weave item
7. Small overshot item
8. Large overshot item
9. Small lace item
10. Large lace item
11. Small item using another technique
DEPARTMENT “K”
RUGS AND HOOKING
Superintendent: Beverly Fletcher
Workmanship, design, color. Judges will
comment. All exhibits must have been
completed within the past year.
Class Number
Quantity
Rugs
1 Braided, scatter size
1
2 Braided, room size
1
3 Latch hooked purchased
design kit, 3’x5’ and under
1
4 Latch hooked, purchased
design kit, over 3’x5’
1
5 Latch hooked, original design
1
6 Hand-knotted RYA,
purchased design and base
1
7 Hand-knotted RYA, original design 1
8 Youth (15 and under)
1
9 Miscellaneous
1
Latch Hooked or
RYA Miscellaneous (no rugs)
10 Screen or wall hanging
1
11 Framed item
1
12 Pillow
1
13 Miscellaneous item
1
14 Original design
1
15 Youth (15 and under)
1
Traditional Hooked Rugs
(Cut in thin wool strips and dyed)
16 Geometric design
1
17 Oriental design
1
18 Floral or fruit design
1
19 Pictorial design
1
20 Crewel design
1
21 Original design
1
Traditional Hooked, Miscellaneous
(No rugs)
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22 Chair seat or foot stool
1
23 Screen, wall hanging
1
24 Framed item
1
25 Pillow
1
26 Bag or miscellaneous item
1
27 Original design
1
Primitive Hooking (cut in thick wool strips) 1
28 Geometric design
1
29 Floral or fruit design
1
30 Animal design
1
31 Pictorial design
1
32 Original design
1
33 Hand cut
1
34 Miscellaneous item (No rugs)
1
Class Number
Quantity
ADULT-Color
1 Landscape w/structures
1
2 Landscape w/out structures
1
3 Cityscape
1
4 Seascape
1
5 Birds and animals other than pets
1
6 Pets
1
7 People, posed
1
8 People, candid
1
9 Flowers
1
10 Kilgore Falls
1
11 Other subject
1
ADULT-Black & White
12 Landscape
1
13 People
1
14 Birds and Animals
1
15 Other subject
1
COLOR OR BLACK & WHITE
16 Special Techniques
1
Youth (13-17 years)
Color or black & white; subject to the
same rules as adults. Age must be on back.
17 People
1
18 Animals
1
19 Other
1
Children (13 years and under)
Color or black & white; subject to the
same rules as adults. Age must be on back.
20 People
1
21 Animals
1
22 Other
1
DEPARTMENT “L”
PHOTOGRAPHY
Superintendent: Mary Washburn and Carol Nye
Special awards: “A Digital Memory” will
sponsor $20.00 gift certificates for the
Champion exhibits in Color and Black &
White, and $10.00 gift certificates for the
Reserve Champion exhibits in Color and
Black & White.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1.Please read the General Rules for the Home
Arts Department which apply to all sections.
2. N
O FRAMES, NO FOAMBOARD,
NO CORRIGATED CARDBOARD
ALLOWED.
3. A
ll photographs will be 8”x10” in size
4. A
ll photos will be in 11”x14” mats. All mats
with photos will have 11”x14” mat board to
cover back of matted photo.
5. N
o more than three (3) photos per person.
Photos must have been taken within the last
year.
6. The name and address of exhibitor must
be on the reverse of each piece entered.
Exhibitors are encouraged to use stick on
labels.
7. B
ASIS FOR JUDGING: Composition,
print quality, center of interest, strong image,
overall presentation
8. There is no separation of film and digital
photography due to advancements in
technology and print making.
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DEPARTMENT “M”
QUILTS/QUILTING
Superintendents: Johanna Roll & Fran Miller
Assistant Superintendent: Heather Selway
The Flying Geese Quilt Guild will sponsor an
extra cash award to the winners in the Youth
and Teen Quilting classes.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. No kits will be allowed.
2. All articles must be clean and free of
odor.
3. All exhibits must be the work of the
exhibitor
4. Judges may disqualify any exhibit not
meeting the rules and regulations as stated.
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5. All exhibits must be newly completed
within the past year.
6. The Harford County Farm Fair, Inc. is
not responsible for any loss or damage
of any entries.
7. Mixed technique refers to a use of
both machine and hand quilting and
piecing, applique and embroidery.
8. Crazy Quilts may be judged in Class
31 in the Embroidery Department.
9. Quilts entered in Classes 1 - 7 and 12
- 13 should be bed sized quilts, at least
twin size.
10. Home accessories include lap quilts.
BASIS FOR JUDGING
Workmanship, choice and placement of
designs, choice of fabrics, color, and value
in relation to use and design.
Class Number
Quantity
1 Applique, hand pieced,
hand quilted by exhibitor
1
2 Applique, machine pieced,
machine quilted by exhibitor
1
3 Patchwork, machine pieced
machine quilted by exhibitor
1
4 Patchwork, mixed technique
1
5 Whole cloth, hand quilted
by exhibitor
1
6 Hand Embroidered
1
7 Machine Embroidered
1
8 First quilt, appliqué, all techniques 1
9 First quilt, pieced, all techniques
1
10 Quilt “Made by a Group”,
any technique
1
(Made by 2 or more, this class may
include “Round Robin” and blocks made
by another known or unknown)
11 Original or creative theme,
machine quilted by exhibitor
1
12 Quilt, machine pieced and quilted with
a Long Arm Machine by the quilter
A. Custom Quilted, hand guided
1
B. Custom Quilted, computer
guided
1
C. Quilted using a pantograph
1
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13 Quilt, machine pieced and quilted
with a Long Arm Machine by someone
other than maker of quilt
A. Custom Quilted, hand guided
1
B. Custom Quilted, computer
guided
1
C. Quilted using a pantograph
1
14 Youth quilt, hand pieced, hand
quilted by exhibitor
1
15 Youth quilt, machine pieced,
machine quilted by exhibitor
1
16 Youth quilt, mixed technique
1
17 Wall hanging, mixed technique by
exhibitor1
18 Wall hanging, mixed technique,
machine quilted with longarm machine
by exhibitor
A. custom quilted, hand guided
B. custom quilted, computer guided
C. quilted using a pantograph
1
19 Wall hanging, mixed technique,
machine quilted with longarm machine
by someone other than exhibitor
A. custom quilted, hand guided
B. custom quilted, computer guided
C. quilted using pantograph
1
20 Wall hanging, mixed technique, by
machine, by exhibitor
1
21 Miniature, 24” or less, mixed
technique1
22 Pillow, hand pieced, or appliquéd
hand quilted by exhibitor
1
23 Pillow, machine pieced or appliquéd,
machine quilted by exhibitor
1
24 Pillow, mixed technique
1
25 Quilted home accessory, holiday
1
26 Quilted home accessory, other
1
27 Child’s quilted item-up to 8 years
1
28 Youth’s quilted item, 9-12 years
1
29 Young adult quilted item, 13-18 years1
30 Other quilt techniques, i.e., tied,
cathedral window, etc.
1
31 Ready made item embellished with
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32 Quilted bag
J4 S4
J5 S5
J6 S6
J7 S7
J8 S8
J9 S9
J10 S10
J11 S11
DEPARTMENT “N”
WOODWORKING
Superintendent: Dwayne Noe
SPECIAL AWARDS for the Senior
division are sponsored by: KEFAUVER
LUMBER COMPANY
Champions in Division I & II –
$30 Gift Certificates
Reserve Champions in Division I & II
$20 Gift Certificates
A SPECIAL AWARD for the Junior
division is sponsored by: THE
INTERNATIONAL WOOD
COLLECTOR’S SOCIETY:
Champion- a year’s membership in the
Organization and an exotic piece of wood.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1.Exhibits must be completed within
the fair year.
2. Furniture exhibits should have a
description of work done. Any part
not fabricated by the exhibitor must
be clearly marked.
3. Due to space limitation, exhibitors
entering large items must notify the
superintendent prior to fair to prepare
area and placement.
4. Woodworking department will provide
a Senior Division (S)-17 years and
older, and a Junior Division (J)-16
years and younger.
5. No kits will be accepted.
6. Only one exhibit per class may be
entered. Similar items cannot be
entered in different classes.
BASIS FOR JUDGING
Usefulness, design plan, workmanship,
choice of material and quality of finish.
Class Number
Quantity
Division I – Wood Craft
J1 S1
Woodcarving
1
J2 S2
Rush
1
J3 S3
Caning
1
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Wood Turning
1
Birdhouse, Feeder
1
Instrument
1
Wood Toy or Game
1
Scroll Work
1
Intarsia (segmental)
1
Small Outdoor Articles
(i.e., tool box, etc.)
1
Large Outdoor Articles
(i.e., wheel barrow, etc.) 1
Division II – Home Furniture
Small – all dimensions less than 20”
J12 S12 Reproduction
J13 S13 Original
Medium, any dimension more than
20”, but less than 36”
J14 S14 Reproduction
J15 S15 Original
Large, any dimension larger than 36”
J16 S16 Reproduction
J17 S17 Original
J18 S18 Refinished Furniture
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2015 Harford County Farm Fair
Register online at www.farmfair.org
ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL
Chair: Norman Grafton
410-838-2809 ([email protected])
Co-Chair: Patti Sauers
Thursday, July 30, 2015 – 5:30-9:15 P.M.
This pull is part of the Harford County Farm Fair and is conducted to demonstrate
the pulling ability of the antique tractor. Awards will be given to 1st, 2nd and 3rd
places in both classes. To receive a copy of the rules and a registration form, please
complete the form below and mail to Patti Sauers by June 15, 2015.
Antique Class (1952 or Older)
3,000 lb.
4,500 lb.
5,000 lb.
6,000 lb.
8,000 lb.
10,000 lb.
Historic Class (1959 or older)
4,000 lb.
5,500 lb.
8,000 lb.
10,000 lb.
12,000 lb.
ALL TRACTORS MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED. NO TRACTORS
WILL BE REGISTERED THE DAY OF THE PULL!!
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS JULY 1, 2015
ANTIQUE TRACTOR FOLLIES
ABILITY COMPETITION
Sunday, August 2, 2015 10:00 a.m.
This is a competition with the antique tractor to maneuver the tractor in (1) a slow
tractor race, (2) a barrel pushing contest, (3) trailer obstacle course, (4) blind folded
tractor driving competition, (5) slow reverse race, (6) fast reverse race,
(7) low gear fast race.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST RESIDE WITHIN A 20 MILE RADIUS
OF THE FARM FAIR GROUNDS.
TO RECEIVE A COPY OF THE ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL
ENTRY FORM AND A SET OF RULES MAIL TO:
Patti Sauers 1234 Conowingo Road, Bel Air, MD 21014
or register online at www.FarmFair.org
Name____________________________________________________________
Address_______________________ ____________________________________
City_______________________State_________________Zip______________
Phone____________________E-mail__________________________________
HARFORD COUNTY FARM FAIR
TALENT CONTEST REGISTRATION FORM
No Audition Required * Maximum of 21 acts accepted
3 minute performance
Name: _________________________
Mailing Address: ___________________
_________________________________
Email: ____________________________
Telephone: _________________________
Age:
Individual Group
____Youth – 10 yrs and younger______ _______
____Teen – 11 years to 16 years _____ _______
____Adult - 17 years and older ______ _______
The Talent Contest Committee provides a sound system, microphone
and CD or Flash Drive Player. Please arrive not later than 6 pm on Friday to
review your needs for the competition. Please note any special needs which
you may have for your performance.
Preliminary Competition Friday July 31 * Beginning at 7:30 pm
Finals – Saturday August 1 * Beginning at 7:30 pm
OK to Register on Day of Event!
6 pm to 6:30 pm at the Main Pavilion!
Return via fax: 410-836-0772
Email: [email protected]
Note that the Talent Contest will have separate judging for
Groups and Individual acts
The Finals will include no more than 3 acts in each Category.
2015 HARFORD COUNTY FARM FAIR
ARTISAN’S VILLAGE
Thursday, July 30-Saturday, August 1- 10:00 am-10:00 pm
Sunday, August 2- 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Harford County Farm Fair’s NEW Artisan Village will feature local crafters and artisans
showcasing their best creations. Demonstrations are encouraged to give the public an
understanding of the craftsmanship and work required to produce hand-crafted goods.
Participating artisan and craft vendors will be selected by the Fair Board.
ARTISAN REGISTRATION FORM
Fee*: $25.00 per day for a 10x10 space
Name/Contact Person:___________________________________________________________
Business/Trade Name:___________________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________
City:______________________________________ State:___________
Telephone:__________________________
Zip:__________
Cell/Mobile:__________________________
Email:_________________________________________________________________________
Craft/product:__________________________________________________________________
Special needs (i.e. electric, etc.)____________________________________________________
Are you willing to demonstrate your craft during the fair? Yes:______
No:_______
What days are you willing to participate? Thursday____ Friday_____ Saturday_____ Sunday____
A picture of your craft/product is required with your registration form.
One on-site parking pass and two entry passes will be issued to each artisan vendor. Additional entry passes
may be purchased at a cost of $5.00 per person. *Fee is waived for artisans/crafters who demonstrate their
craft daily from 1:00 pm-6:00 pm- a minimum of three (3) demonstrations per day is required.
Return form with a picture of your craft/product by June 15, 2015 to: Harford County Farm Fair, Inc., P.O.
Box 22, Bel Air, MD 21014, email: [email protected], fax: 410-836-0772.
2015 HARFORD COUNTY FARM FAIR
BUY LOCAL! EAT LOCAL!
WINE*BEER*CHEESE
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2015
1:00 PM-6:00 PM
Harford County Farm Fair’s Buy Local-Eat Local event showcases Harford County wine,
beer and cheese producers. Local cheese producers, wineries and breweries will offer
tastings of their products to the public. Product will also be available for purchase. Buy
Local-Eat Local will be a featured event Sunday in the Main Pavilion.
VENDOR REGISTRATION FORM
Fee: $50.00 per vendor
110v electric service available
Name/Contact Person:___________________________________________________________
Business/Trade Name:___________________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________
City:______________________________________ State:___________
Telephone:__________________________
Zip:__________
Cell/Mobile:__________________________
Email:_________________________________________________________________________
Vendor type: Cheese: __________
Wine: ___________
Beer:_____________
Space is limited – and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis.
One on-site parking pass and two entry passes will be issued to each vendor. Additional entry passes
may be purchased at a cost of $5.00 per person. Please make your check payable to Harford County
Farm Fair. Return form with your payment by June 15, 2015 to: Harford County Farm Fair, Inc., P.O.
Box 22, Bel Air, MD 21014
SEASONAL SENSATIONS
CULINARY COMPETITION
REGISTRATION FORM
The Harford County Farm Fair will hold its Annual Seasonal Sensations Culinary
Competition on Sunday, August 2, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. The Seasonal Sensations Culinary
Competition showcases the best of amateur and professional local chefs utilizing fresh
ingredients currently in season in Harford County.
Entries will be judged in the following categories:
Appetizer – Entrée—Side Dish—Dessert
This event is FREE and open to participants of all ages.
Entries may be hot or cold. Participants are responsible for the temperature control of entry. A single
serving is required for judging. Entries will be judged on taste, use of seasonal item, and creativity.
Seasonal items may include fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices. Meat, seafood, dairy and egg
entries are to incorporate seasonal ingredients.
Name:_____________________________________________
Age:____________________
Address:_______________________________________________________________________
City:______________________________________ State:___________
Telephone:__________________________
Zip:__________
Cell/Mobile:__________________________
Email:_____________________________________________________________________________
Professional: __________
Amateur:_____________
Name of Entry:______________________________________________________________________
Seasonal ingredient:__________________________________________________________________
Seasonal ingredient source (i.e. farmer’s mkt., store, home garden):____________________________
Category: Appetizer:______
Entrée:______
Side Dish:_______
Dessert:_____
Return form by July 15, 2015 to: Harford County Farm Fair, Inc., P.O. Box 22, Bel Air, MD 21014,
email: [email protected], fax: 410-836-0772.
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