The schedule for the 2024 craft competition is below
Handicraft Schedule
Hand Knitting Section (any type of yarn may be used)
a. Knitted Toy to be 30cm tall or under
b Child's hand knitted jumper/cardigan (for a child 10 & under)
c. Stole , poncho, shawl, rug this will include baby shawl /rug
d. Hat or cap (Adult or child size)
e. Socks (adult or child)
f. Other small projects that does not fit into any of the above
Machine knitted section any yarn
a. Stole, poncho, rug or shawl - including baby shaw
b. Garment for child or adult
Crochet Section (any type of yarn may be used)
a. Knitted Toy to be 30cm tall or under
b Child's hand knitted jumper/cardigan (for a child 10 & under)
c. Stole , poncho, shawl, this will include baby shawl
d. Hat or cap (Adult or child size)
e. Lap rug comprising of blocks, granny squares
f. Other small project that does not fit into any of the above
Tricot/Tunisian Section (any yarn)
a. Any article
Felting Section
a. Dry Felting ; own original design - toys, sculptural items
b. Wet felting own original design - wearable art, sculptural - toys, vases, bowls, bags etc
Sewing section (any fabric)
a. Baby wear - special occasion, christening/naming gowns, smocking
b. Children's wear 1-5 years
c. Clothing - open section
d. Accessories - open section
e. Toys up to 50cm.
f. Other small project that does not fit into any of the above
Macrame Section
a. Wall hanging 1m x 1m
b. Other small project
Embroidery Section
a. Wool & crewell (surface stitchery, raised and 3D)
b. Counted embroidery (crosstitch etc)
Patchwork, Applique, Quilting Section
a. Pieced quilt - no bigger than single bed size 140cm x 210cm
b. Predominantly applique quilt no more than single size 140cm x 220cm
c. Any other item (bag, table runner, wall hanging etc)
Textile Art section
1. Open to any project
Upcycling / recycling Section
a. Any article using hard recycling items (timber, hard plastic, glass, metal etc)
b. Any article using textiles and soft items (fabric, yarn, feathers, etc)
Paper craft sections
a. Card making
b. Off the page
c. Quilling
Mosaics
The following applies to all mosaic entries
➢ Must be Exhibitor’s original works.
➢ Judged on composition, use of colour and tone, cutting and laying of materials.
➢ Any mosaic materials may be used which can include vitreous glass, glazed or unglazed ceramic, marble, smalti, stained glass, etc.
➢ A proportion of the materials must be cut or broken rather than used whole.
➢ Due to space & safety issues we cannot accept tables, tabletops or mosaic frames or mirrors.
a. Wall Hanging Mosaic. Maximum size must not exceed ½ square metre or a combined length and breadth of 1.5m. Diameter must not be greater than 75cm, and maximum weight not to exceed 7kg. Works to be hung must have D rings 10cm from the top of the piece.
b. Sculptural 3D Mosaic. Entries in this Section must be free standing and not require a stand. Maximum size: 50cm in any one direction. Weight to not exceed 7kg.
Pre School Section
a. Any recycled item/s created by the group
Young Crafters Section
a. 5yrs -11years - sewing, crochet, knitting, clay, papercraft, woodwork, (20cm x20cm)
b. 12-15 - sewing, crochet, knitting, clay, papercraft, woodwork, diamond dotz (50 x 50cm)
Lego Section
An original scene from your favourite book or other original work on 12 x12 board.
a. Under 10yrs
b. Over 10 yrs
c. Adult
Charity Section
Sew knit or crochet for this section, entry is free and you may enter as many times as you wish. These items will not be returned to the entrant, they will be retained by Spring Stunners and given to various organisations and local community groups on the entrants behalf.
ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE MADE FROM NEW MATERIALS.
a. Toy section (up to 30cm, faces must be stitched on without embellishments, using safety eyes and be safe for children under 3)
b. Beanies, socks and hand warmers for adults or children.
c. Clothing for all ages.
Those attending the show will have the opportunity to vote for their favourite entry in the charity section.
Golden Oldies section
a. open to those over 80 yrs of age, any project.
NDIS recipient section
(more details to follow)
Drop off days will be advertised in August 2024
Judging will be on Friday 6 September from 11am onwards. No entries will be accepted after this time.
Competition display open 10am - 4pm on Saturday
Devonshire teas / Exhibition
Rules
Entry fee for competition entries is:
$3.00 per general entry for each item, or $10 for 5 items across categories.
Pre Schools $2.00,
Special & Young Crafters categories $1.00 per entry.
Prizes :- Specific Sponsored Sections have a cash prize.
FIRST PRIZE – Prize card and ribbon
SECOND PRIZE – Prize card and ribbon
THIRD PRIZE - Prize card
HIGHY COMMENDED – Prize card
VIEWERS CHOICE - Prize card
Whilst all care will be taken with your precious work, and all exhibitions will be supervised, we cannot be responsible for loss or damage of your entry.
Each exhibit must be the work of the exhibitor. All entries must have been made by the entrant in the past 12 months.
A maximum of 2 entries per category per entrant
An exhibit cannot be entered into more than one category.
Ensure each exhibit is entered into the right category.
Check the categories for any size limitations.
When completing the entry form, please write an identifiable description of the item.
No late entries will be accepted, and no refunds given.
The awarding of prizes is at the discretion of the judges. Prizes may not be awarded if the exhibits do not meet the standard to achieve a place or if only one item has been entered into a category.
The judge’s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
Should the entries be so numerous that available space is not sufficient to display all entries, the organising committee in conjunction with the judges reserves the right to choose the articles for display.
All items to be exhibited must have the exhibitor’s name on the item. The name however will be covered for judging.