Northwest Missouri State Fair Exhibit List

Department F - Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts
Cheryl Klingensmith, Superintendent
 

1. All entries will be under the control of the superintendent and every possible effort will be taken to prevent damage or loss, but in no event will the Bethany Fair, Inc. be responsible for damage or loss that might occur.
2. All persons intending to exhibits are required to make their entries on Wednesday August 27, 2008 between the hours of 12:00 noon and 5:30pm only. Entries must be left in place until 3:00pm Monday September 3rd and must be picked up before 4:30pm as building will close at that time.
3. All entries must be entered and picked up in person, not by mail.
4. Section superintendents will be instructed to discourage successive annual entries in all classes.
5. Judges will be instructed to discourage successive annual winners in all classes.
6. Where there us only one entry in a class articles will be awarded 1st, 2nd or no premium according to merit.
7. Premium will be paid according to the class exhibitor places it in. We will not change classification once piece is entered.
8. Persons who wish to pick their entries free of charge the last day of the fair after 3:00pm may obtain a complimentary pass valid only after that time. Please bring all entry receipts to superintendent on August 27, 2008, this day only, to obtain a pass.
9. Liberal arts building will be open to the public each day. Hours on Thursday and Friday are 12:00pm to 8:00pm, hours on Saturday are 10:00am to 8:00pm, hours on Sunday are 12:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday the hours are 10:00am to 3:00pm.
10. Please read individual section rules, if any, as they will be enforced by division superintendents.
11. Third place (ribbons only) will be given at the discretion of division superintendent.

NOTICE:
1. Entry hours are 12:00 noon to 5:30pm Wednesday, August 27, 2008.
2. Judging building will be closed on Thursday, August 28, 2008 until noon for judging.
3. Release of Entries - Entries must be picked up Monday, September 1, 2008 between 3pm and 4:30pm or be forfeited.

1st place ribbon

Section I
FINE ARTS
Tammy Lenhart and Linda Watson, Superintendent

1. All work will be properly mounted or framed with attached hangers, or will not be shown.
2. Only one work artist allowed each category.
3. Work shown in Fine Arts is to be original work, not kits or copy work.

Class 1 - Professional Paintings
(Teachers, specialist and those who commercialize their work are designated as "professionals")

1. Still life, oil 2.00 1.00
2. Still life, watercolor 2.00 1.00
3. Still life, acrylic 2.00 1.00
4. Landscape, oil 2.00 1.00
5. Landscape, watercolor 2.00 1.00
6. Landscape, acrylic 2.00 1.00
7. Portrait, oil 2.00 1.00
8. Portrait, watercolor 2.00 1.00
9. Portrait, acrylic 2.00 1.00
10. Drawings (pencil ink, charcoal, etc) 2.00 1.00
11. Tole 2.00 1.00
12. Pastel 2.00 1.00
13. Any other medium 2.00 1.00

 

Class 2 - Amateur Paintings
(Students, homemakers, and those whose main purpose is painting for pleasure are classed as "amateurs")

1. Still life, oil 2.00 1.00
2. Still life, watercolor 2.00 1.00
3. Still life, acrylic 2.00 1.00
4. Landscape, oil 2.00 1.00
5. Landscape, watercolor 2.00 1.00
6. Landscape, acrylic 2.00 1.00
7. Portrait, oil 2.00 1.00
8. Portrait, watercolor 2.00 1.00
9. Portrait, acrylic 2.00 1.00
10. Drawings (pencil ink, charcoal, etc) 2.00 1.00
11. Tole 2.00 1.00
12. Pastel 2.00 1.00
13. Any other medium 2.00 1.00

 

Class 3 - Photographs

1. Human interest 2.00 1.00
2. Composition 2.00 1.00
3. Special effects 2.00 1.00

 

Class 4 - Handicrafts

1. Woodwork 2.00 1.00
2. Manual art 2.00 1.00
3. Weaving 2.00 1.00
4. Leatherwork 2.00 1.00
5. Metalwork 2.00 1.00
6. Ceramics 2.00 1.00
7. Sculpture or Pottery 2.00 1.00
8. Miscellaneous 2.00 1.00

 

Section II
Fancy Work
Twentieth Century Club

Suzanne Hatten & Carol Mulnix, Co-Chairman

Class 5 - Embroidery (White)

1. Pair of pillowcases 2.00 1.00
2. Cut work, any article 2.00 1.00

Class 6 - Embroidery (Colored)

1. Pair of pillowcases 2.00 1.00
2. Collection of pillowcases (3 pair) 2.00 1.00
3. Tablecloth 2.00 1.00
4. Set, sheet and pillowcases 2.00 1.00
5. Luncheon cloth 2.00 1.00
6. Swedish embroidery 2.00 1.00
7. Centerpiece or scarf 2.00 1.00
8. Tea Towels (3 or more) 2.00 1.00
9. Any other article 2.00 1.00

Class 7 - Embroidery (Liquid)

1. Pair of pillowcases 2.00 1.00
2. Collection of pillowcases (3 pair) 2.00 1.00
3. Tea Towels (3 or more) 2.00 1.00

Class 8 - Best Article

1. Crewel Embroidery 2.00 1.00
2. Candle wicking 2.00 1.00
3. Latch Hooking 2.00 1.00
4. Needlepoint 2.00 1.00

5. Counted Cross Stitch

    
a Christmas Ornament 2.00 1.00
b. Picture 2.00 1.00
c. Wall Hanging 2.00 1.00
d. Other 2.00 1.00

Class 9 - Appliqué Work

1. Pair of pillowcases 2.00 1.00
2. Lunch cloth 2.00 1.00
3. Tea Towels (3 or more) 2.00 1.00
4. Any other appliqué work 2.00 1.00

Class 10 - Knitting

1. Scarf or stole 2.00 1.00
2. Sweater 2.00 1.00
3. Gloves or mittens 2.00 1.00
4. Slippers 2.00 1.00
5. Cape or poncho 2.00 1.00
6. Any other knitting 2.00 1.00

Mr. & Mrs.

Class 11 - Stuffed Toys 

1. Dolls 2.00 1.00
2. Other article 2.00 1.00

Class 12 - Crochet Work

1. Tablecloth 2.00 1.00
2. Bedspread 2.00 1.00
3. Luncheon cloth 2.00 1.00
4. Centerpiece (14" or over) 2.00 1.00
5. Doilies (under 14") 2.00 1.00
6. Chair sets 2.00 1.00
7. Potholder & hot plate mats 2.00 1.00
8. Persons over 65 2.00 1.00
9. Scarf or stole 2.00 1.00
10. Sweater 2.00 1.00
11. Pillow top 2.00 1.00
12. Cape or poncho 2.00 1.00
13. Lace edging on pair of pillowcases 2.00 1.00
14. Any other article 2.00 1.00

Class 13 - Afghans (Full Size)

1. Knitted 2.00 1.00
2. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
3. Crocheted and Embroidered 2.00 1.00
4. Woven 2.00 1.00

Class 14 - Baby Afghan or Blanket

1. Embroidered 2.00 1.00
2. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
3. Woven 2.00 1.00
4. Knitted 2.00 1.00
5. Quilted 2.00 1.00

Class 15 - Sweater & Hood or Booties

1. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
2. Knitted 2.00 1.00

Class 16 - Sweater

1. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
2. Knitted 2.00 1.00

Class 17 - Baby Dress

1. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
2. Knitted 2.00 1.00

Class 18 - Booties

1. Crocheted 2.00 1.00
2. Knitted 2.00 1.00

Class 19 - Miscellaneous

1. Best Article 2.00 1.00

Class 20 - Macramé

1. Plant Hanger 2.00 1.00
2. Wall hangings 2.00 1.00
3. Purses or bags 2.00 1.00

 

Section III
Floriculture


Bethany Community Garden Club Show

Missouri Federated Garden Club and National Garden Clubs Inc.

Chairman: Louise Shepard (660) 425-2171

Peggy Anderson (660) 425-7859

Althea Spillman (660) 425-8873

Rules for Exhibitors:
1. All entries open to public and all amateur gardeners.
2. Entries will be received from 12:00 noon am until 5:00pm Wednesday, August 27, 2008 and must remain in place until the end of the show.
3. Exhibits must have been grown by the exhibitor and only one entry in each sub-class of the class. Material used in the artistic division classes need not to have been grown by the exhibitor, but the entry must be the work of the exhibitor.
4. Horticulture specimens must have been grown by the exhibitor or to have been in possession for at least three months.
5. Nationally accredited judges will judge the show according to this schedule and the National Council Handbook. All decisions of the judges will be final.
6. The Superintendent shall have the right to remove from the building any exhibit which is unsightly.
7. While exhibits will be carefully watched, the committee will not be responsible for any loss or damage to exhibits or personal property.

THEME: America The Beautiful
Class 21 - Artistic Design

1. Old with New - A design using fresh material in an antique container 2.50 1.50
2. Holiday Design - Fresh material, accessories permitted. Design may depict any holiday 2.50 1.50
3. Fresh Blooms - Fresh material 2.50 1.50
4. Red, White & Blue - Fresh or dried material 2.50 1.50
5. Decorated Hats - Fresh or dried material 2.50 1.50
6. Wild Flowers - Fresh Material 2.50 1.50
7. Interior Design    
a. Wreathes 2.50 1.50
b. Swags 2.50 1.50
c. Pressed Flower 2.50 1.50
8. Educational Design    
a. Patriotic Theme 2.50 1.50
b. Changing Weather 2.50 1.50


Class 22 - Roses

1. Specimen White Rose, named 2.00 1.00
2. Specimen Red Rose, named 2.00 1.00
3. Specimen Yellow Rose, named 2.00 1.00
4. Specimen Pink Rose, named 2.00 1.00
5. Specimen Peach Rose, named 2.00 1.00
6. Specimen Orange Rose, named 2.00 1.00
7. Specimen Double Delight, named 2.00 1.00
8. Specimen Bi-Colored Rose, named 2.00 1.00
9. Specimen any other Rose 2.00 1.00

 

Class 23 - Potted Plants

1. African Violet    
a. Double bloom, any color 2.50 1.50
b. Single color, any color 2.50 1.50
2. Potted Plant in bloom, one specie per pot 2.00 1.00
3. Potted plants grown for foliage, one specie per pot 2.00 1.00
4. Hanging container with plant or plants in bloom 2.00 1.00
5. Cactus or Succulent    
a. One cactus or succulent 1.50 1.00
b. Collection of 3 or more 1.50 1.00
6. Begonia    
a. Blooming 1.50 1.00
b. Non-blooming 1.50 1.00
7. Any other worthy specimen 1.50 1.00

 

Class 24 - Dahlias

1. One large, over 5 inches 2.00 1.00
2. Mini Dahlias, under 3 inches 2.00 1.00

 

Class 25 - Annuals

1. Asters, 3 blooms 1.50 1.00
2. Celosia, one stalk any color    
a. Large plumed coxcomb 1.50 1.00
b. Feathered plume 1.50 1.00
3. Petunia    
a. Single, 1 spray any color 1.50 1.00
b. Double, 1 spray any color 1.50 1.00
4. Marigold    
a. Large, 1 bloom, yellow 1.50 1.00
b. Large, 1 bloom, orange 1.50 1.00
5. Zinnia    
a. Large 3 blooms 1.50 1.00
b. Collection of 5, any color or variety 1.50 1.00
6. Snapdragon, 3 spikes any color 1.50 1.00
7. Cosmos, 3 sprays any color 1.50 1.00
8. Calendula, 3 blooms 1.50 1.00
9. Any worthy specimen not listed 1.50 1.00

 

Class 26 - Biennials and Perennials Bulbs, Corms and Tubers

1. Chrysanthemums    
a. Large, 1 stem any color 2.00 1.00
b. Small, 1 spray any color 1.50 1.00
2. Gladioli    
a. Large, 1 spike any color 2.00 1.00
b. Miniature, 1 spike any color 2.00 1.00
3. Cannas, 1 stalk any color 2.00 1.00
4. Tuberous Begonia Blossom, displayed in your own container 2.00 1.00
5. Any other worthy specimen 2.00 1.00

Juniors - Class I
Exhibitors may make one entry in each class. Competition is open to all boys and girls up to and including sixteen years of age.

1. Bouquet of Flowers 2.00 1.00
2. Dish Garden 2.00 1.00
3. Cactus 2.00 1.00

Section IV
Household Arts

Bethany Modernaires FCE
Phylus Dale, Superintendent

Rules for Exhibitors:
1. All entries must have been prepared in 2008.

Class 27 - Quick Breads

1. Best Entry 2.00 1.00

 

Class 28 - Yeast Breads

1. Best Entry - Loaf of bread 2.00 1.00
2. Best Entry - Rolls (4) 2.00 1.00

 

Class 28A - Using Bread Machine

1. Best Entry 2.00 1.00

 

Class 29 - Cakes

1. Best Entry using shortening 2.00 1.00
2. Best Entry without shortening 2.00 1.00

 

Class 30 - Decorated Cakes

1. Best Entry 2.00 1.00

 

Class 31 - Miscellaneous

1. Cookies - plate of 4 2.00 1.00
2. Muffins - plate of 4 2.00 1.00
3. Small cakes - plate of 4 2.00 1.00
4. Any other baked product 2.00 1.00

 

Class 32 - Homemade Candy

1. Best plate of 6pcs (any variety) 2.00 1.00

 

Class 33 - Canned Fruits

1. Peaches 2.00 1.00
2. Gooseberries 2.00 1.00
3. Pears 2.00 1.00
4. Apples 2.00 1.00
5. Raspberries 2.00 1.00
6. Plums 2.00 1.00
7. Any other fruit 2.00 1.00
8. Fruit Juice 2.00 1.00

 

Class 34 - Canned Vegetables

1. Tomatoes 2.00 1.00
2. String or hulled beans 2.00 1.00
3. Corn 2.00 1.00
4. Peas 2.00 1.00
5. Carrots 2.00 1.00
6. Beets 2.00 1.00
7. Mixed vegetables for soup mixture 2.00 1.00
8. Tomato Juice 2.00 1.00
9. Any other vegetable 2.00 1.00

 

Class 35 - Pickles and Relishes

1. Sweet pickles 2.00 1.00
2. Dill pickles 2.00 1.00
3. Catsup 2.00 1.00
4. Mixed relish 2.00 1.00
5. Pickled beets 2.00 1.00
6. Any other pickle or relish 2.00 1.00
7. Salsa 2.00 1.00

 

Class 36 - Preserves

1. Strawberry 2.00 1.00
2. Peach 2.00 1.00
3. Pear 2.00 1.00
4. Tomato 2.00 1.00
5. Any other preserves 2.00 1.00

 

Class 37 - Pure Fruit Jelly

1. Grape 2.00 1.00
2. Plum 2.00 1.00
3. Apple 2.00 1.00
4. Raspberry 2.00 1.00
5. Any other jelly 2.00 1.00

jams & jelly's

Class 38 - Jams

1. Red or Black Raspberry 2.00 1.00
2. Strawberry 2.00 1.00
3. Peach 2.00 1.00
4. Any other jam 2.00 1.00

 

Class 39 - Butters

1. Apple 2.00 1.00
2. Peach 2.00 1.00
3. Any other butter 2.00 1.00

 

Class 40 - Handmade Soap

1. Laundry or Toilet 2.00 1.00

Section V
Household Science
 Prairie Queen Quilters Guild

Class 41 - Garments

1. Best Women's Dress 2.00 1.00
2. Best Women's Jacket 2.00 1.00
3. Best Women's Suit 2.00 1.00
4. Any other Women's garment 2.00 1.00
5. Best girls item 2.00 1.00
6. Best boys item 2.00 1.00
7. Best Man's Slacks 2.00 1.00
8. Best Man's Jacket 2.00 1.00
9. Any other Man's garment 2.00 1.00
10. Junior Division (13-18) 2.00 1.00
11. Children's Division (12 and under) 2.00 1.00

 

Class 42 - Rugs

1. Best crocheted 2.00 1.00
2. Best braided 2.00 1.00
3. Best hooked rug (burlap, canvas) 2.00 1.00
4. Best woven cotton 2.00 1.00
5. Best woven wool 2.00 1.00
6. Best shag 2.00 1.00
7. Best felt 2.00 1.00

 

Class 43 - Quilting

1. Antique (over 25 years) 3.00 1.50
2. Appliquéd 3.00 1.50
3. Pieced 3.00 1.50
4. Embroidered 3.00 1.50
5. Combination of techniques 3.00 1.50
6. Machine quilted 3.00 1.50
7. Friendship quilted 3.00 1.50
8. Any other quilt 3.00 1.50
9. Comforter 3.00 1.50
10. Mini-Quilt (2ft or more) 3.00 1.50
11. Quilted wall hanging 3.00 1.50
12. Quilted Vest 3.00 1.50
13. Any other quilted item 3.00 1.50
14. Best Of Show - Public Vote 5.00  

 

Class 44 - Needlepoint

1. Best single piece 2.00 1.00
2. Best collection 2.00 1.00

Class 45 - Crewel

1. Best single piece 2.00 1.00
2. Best collection 2.00 1.00

Class 46 - Miscellaneous

1. Junior Division (13-18) 2.00 1.00
2. Children's Division (12 and under) 2.00 1.00
3. Collection of doll clothes 2.00 1.00
4. Best Apron 2.00 1.00
5. T or Sweatshirt    
a. Painted 2.00 1.00
b. Appliquéd 2.00 1.00
c. Other 2.00 1.00
6. Any other painted article 2.00 1.00

Class 47 - Needlecraft

1. Pillows 2.00 1.00
2. Chair Sets 2.00 1.00
3. Wall hangings 2.00 1.00
4. Other needlecraft item 2.00 1.00

Section VI
Farm Products
Linda Ratliff, Superintendent

Rules for Exhibitors:
1. All entries in this department must have been grown by the exhibitor this year, except Item 6 Class 48.
2. Entries must include suitable container or plate where feasible for display.
3. The Superintendent will have the authority to remove from the building any entry that has become unsightly or spoiled.

Class 48 - Field Grain and Seeds

1. New corn, 5 ears any variety 2.00 1.00
2. Peck wheat 2.00 1.00
3. Peck oats 2.00 1.00
4. Timothy seed 2.00 1.00
5. Peck red clover seed 2.00 1.00
6. Peck soybeans 2.00 1.00

 

Class 49 - Root Crops

1. Potatoes, red (4) 2.00 1.00
2. Potatoes, white (4) 2.00 1.00
3. Sweet potatoes (4) 2.00 1.00
4. White onions (4) 2.00 1.00
5. Yellow onions (4) 2.00 1.00
6. Turnips (4) 2.00 1.00
7. Carrots (4) 2.00 1.00
8. Beets (4) 2.00 1.00
9. Red onions (4) 2.00 1.00

 

Class 50 - Vegetables

1. Green Beans, any variety (12) 2.00 1.00
2. Tomatoes, large red (4) 2.00 1.00
3. Tomatoes, other varieties (4) 2.00 1.00
4. Cabbage (1 head) 2.00 1.00
5. Okra (3) 2.00 1.00
6. Single squash, winter large 2.00 1.00
7. Squash, winter small variety    
a. Acorn squash 2.00 1.00
b. Butternut squash 2.00 1.00
c. Other 2.00 1.00
8. Single squash, summer 2.00 1.00
9. Single sweet or pie pumpkins 2.00 1.00
10. Largest pumpkin, any variety 2.00 1.00
11. Muskmelon or cantaloupe 2.00 1.00
12. Watermelon 2.00 1.00
13. Eggplant 2.00 1.00
14. Cucumber, sweet pickle (4) 2.00 1.00
15. Cucumber, dill (4) 2.00 1.00
16. Sweet peppers, red (3) 2.00 1.00
17. Sweet peppers, green (3) 2.00 1.00
18. Misc. chili peppers (3) 2.00 1.00
18A. Yellow peppers (3) 2.00 1.00
19. Rhubarb, 6 stalks 2.00 1.00

 

Class 51 - Horticulture

1. Best single plate of 5 apples, any variety 2.00 1.00
2. Best single plate of 5 crab apples, any variety 2.00 1.00
3. Best single plate of 5 pears, any variety 2.00 1.00
4. Best single plate of 5 plums, any variety 2.00 1.00
5. Best plate of grapes, at least 3 bunches, any variety 2.00 1.00
6. Best single plate of 5 peaches, any variety 2.00 1.00

 

Class 52 - Novel, Interesting and Unusual Farm Product

1. Best single entry 2.00 1.00
2. Decorative arrangement using farm products 2.00 1.00
3. Sunflower heads 2.00 1.00
 

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