DEPARTMENT CLOTHING & FASHION SHOW
Co-Superintendents:
Tracy Popp & Kyla Olson
RULES
A. ENTRIES - Youth who wish to enter Clothing Construction and Fashion Show will need to enter both Construction and Fashion Show classes. Only exhibits that have been judged for construction can be modeled. 4-H entries must be made according to the printed 2026 Custer County Fair Premium Book and entered online by 5:00 p.m. on June 26. Instructions for online entries will be emailed to 4-H families on approximately May 15.
B. 4-H’ers will receive information with instructions for the clothing construction and modeling judging. This information will be mailed or emailed to all 4-H’ers entering clothing.
C. All items that will be judged must be checked-in between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, July 16, at the Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow.
D. IDENTIFICATION LABELS - Each item entered as a clothing, knitting, or crochet exhibit must have a label attached stating: County, 4-H’ers name and age, project name and class in which garment is entered, and the number of years enrolled in the project exhibited. Wool entries must have fiber content listed on the identification label. Attach a label on every component of the outfit using safety pins or by basting. This includes STEAM Clothing 1 exhibits.
E. PREPARATION OF EXHIBITS - Please bring all wearable exhibits on wire hangers or hangers with a swivel hook. All exhibits not suitable for hanging should be entered in a self-sealing plastic bag and hung on a hanger. Wool garments and garments with narrow straps hang better on other hangers, i.e., wooden or notched plastic hangers with a swivel hook. As you look at the garment, place the hook of the hanger to the left. Use safety pins to fasten skirts, shorts, and pants to hangers. Each piece should be entered on its own hanger. If more than one hanger is used for an entry, fasten hangers belonging to one exhibit together with twist ties or rubber bands. Clear plastic garment bags will be provided on the day of clothing interview judging. In construction interview judging, the 4-H’er visits with the judge about her/his garment. 4-H’ers are encouraged to bring along their pattern. Clothing will be hung in the 4-H Exhibit Hall during the county fair.
F. 4-H members may exhibit one entry per class unless otherwise noted.
G. CRITERIA FOR JUDGING - Scoresheets, forms, contest study materials, and additional resources can be found at https://go.unl.edu/ne4hclothing In addition, all entries must conform to rules and regulations as set forth in this Premium Book. All static exhibits must receive a purple ribbon at the county fair to advance to State Fair.
H. If a project is selected for the State Fair, the 4-H’er should obtain information about State Fair rules at the 4-H website (https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/state-fair/) or request it through the Extension Office.
I. Garments as listed may be made for self (4-H member) or another person. 4-H members participating in clothing projects should continue their skill development. Once they have exhibited in a higher level, they are not eligible to exhibit in a lower level. Ex. Once a 4-H’er has exhibited in STEAM Clothing 3, they are not eligible to exhibit in STEAM Clothing 2.
J. A Design Data Card must be included with all Beyond the Needle Classes C221003-C221008 and STEAM 2 and 3 upcycled exhibits. The data card is available at http://go.unl.edu/ne4hclothing. If the data card is not included, the exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing. The data card is only required for the classes listed above.
J. Refer to the STEAM 1, 2, 3, and Beyond The Needle Sewing Skills handout available at the Extension Office.
K. Exhibits without the required supporting information and/or fail to meet class requirements will be dropped one ribbon placing.
FASHION SHOW GENERAL INFORMATION
RULES
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$6.00 $5.00 $4.00 $3.00
A. ENTRIES - Youth who wish to enter Clothing Construction and Fashion Show will need to enter BOTH Construction and Fashion Show classes. Only exhibits that have been judged for construction can be modeled. 4-H entries must be made according to the printed 2026 Custer County Fair Premium Book and entered online by 5:00 p.m. on June 26. Instructions for online entries will be emailed to 4-H families on approximately May 15.
B. FASHION SHOW NARRATIVES - All 4-H’ers entering the fashion show must have all typed or clearly printed fashion show narratives into the Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Narratives should take approximately 30 seconds to read out loud. 4-H’ers are strongly encouraged to submit their narratives online. The link to submit narratives is https://go.unl.edu/fashionshownarrative
Narratives may be submitted online at the link OR submitted in paper form to the Extension Office. The deadline for narratives is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Please do not email narratives to Extension Staff. 4-H’ers who do not turn in a narrative cannot model in front of the fashion show judge and cannot participate in the public fashion show. All 4-H’ers who model in front of the fashion show judge MUST model at the public fashion show. This includes all sewing, knitting, crocheting, and consumer management projects.
C. 4-H’ers will receive information with instructions for the clothing construction and modeling judging. This information will be mailed or emailed to all 4-H’ers entering clothing.
D. All 4-H’ers who receive a “call back” slip from the judge are to report at 12:30 p.m. All constructed items should be interview judged before 12:00 p.m. Receiving a “call-back” slip is not a guarantee of a purple ribbon.
E. Juniors are ages 11 and under and Seniors are ages 12 and over before January 1, 2026.
F. Top junior and senior models will be selected for Best of Show awards. In addition, models will be selected for the State Fair Fashion Show.
G. Modeling Accessories: Accessories and a coordinated constructed item should be modeled together in front of the judge and during the public fashion show. For instance, a STEAM Clothing 2 and a coordinating Upcycled Clothing Accessory should be modeled together in front of the judge and with one narrative at the public fashion show. Each entry needs to be entered separately online so that ribbons and premium can be awarded for each entry. NO GARMENT OR ACCESSORY SHOULD BE MODELED MORE THAN ONE TIME.
H. Garments and accessories containing inappropriate language or images will not be accepted.
I. Only these classes can be chosen for the State Fair Fashion Show. Only constructed complete wearable outfits can be chosen for State Fair Fashion Show.
- “Beyond the Needle” Embellished Garment(s) with an Original Design
- “Beyond the Needle” Garment Constructed From Original Designed Fabric
- “Beyond the Needle” Textile Arts Garment(s)
- “Beyond the Needle” Wearable Technology Garment(s)
- Constructed STEAM 2 Garment(s)
- Constructed STEAM 3 Garment(s)
- Knitted or Crocheted Clothing Level 2 or 3
- Shopping In Style Purchased Outfit and Written Report, SF-184
Modeling Practice for Public Fashion Show - 4-H’ers who wish to practice modeling with their narratives may do so between NOON and 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 16. 4-H’ers should not plan to practice with their 4-H garments. The Thumbs Up 4-H Club will be responsible for the practice modeling session.
PUBLIC FASHION SHOW
Evangelical Free Church, Broken Bow, Thursday, July 16, at 7:00 p.m.
THEME, DECORATIONS, and NARRATORS: Thumbs Up 4-H Club.
NUMBER OF GARMENTS FOR FASHION SHOW
A 4-H’er may model a maximum of five (5) entries for the fashion show judge and in the public fashion show. This includes constructed, knitted, crocheted, Shopping-In-Style, and Just For Fun entries. A 4-H’er may model only one entry per fashion show class number. NO GARMENT OR ACCESSORY SHOULD BE MODELED MORE THAN ONE TIME.
CLOTHING
GENERAL CLOTHING - 4-H members in all STEAM 2 & 3 projects may exhibit in this area. One entry per class. The appropriate page references are listed for each project area. You will follow the manual for the Clothing Level you are enrolled in.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$2.50 $2.00 $1.50 $1.00
CLASS C220001 CLOTHING PORTFOLIO - Complete at least four different samples/activities from Chapters 2, 3, OR 4 of the STEAM Clothing 2 project manuals. The Portfolio should be placed in an 8 ½” x 11”, 3 ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. Portfolio should build upon itself each year (additional pages can be added each year but should be dated.) See pages 9-11 in STEAM Clothing 2: Simply Sewing project manual for portfolio formatting.
CLASS C220002 TEXTILE SCIENCE SCRAPBOOK - Must include at least 10 different textile samples. Use Textile Information Cards template on page 39 in STEAM Clothing 2: Simply Sewing project manual to identify fabric swatches. Use Textile Information Cards template on page 29 in STEAM Clothing 3: A Stitch Further project manual to identify fabric swatches. Completed textile cards should be placed in an 8½” x 11”, 3 ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. Textile Science Scrapbook should build upon itself each year (additional pages can be added each year but should be dated). See the STEAM Clothing 2 project manual for fabric suggestions.
CLASS C220003 SEWING FOR PROFIT - Using pages 161-167 in the STEAM Clothing 2: Simply Sewing project manual, display what products you posted online and analyze the cost of goods purchased to determine the appropriate selling price for your product. The exhibit may be a notebook, poster, or small display. Exhibits should not exceed 22” x 30”.
STEAM CLOTHING: BEYOND THE NEEDLE - 4-H members must show their own original creativity. Limit of one (1) entry per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$4.00 $3.50 $3.00 $2.50
CLASS C221001 DESIGN PORTFOLIO - A portfolio consisting of at least three design samples or activities. Refer to the Beyond The Needle project manual for activity ideas. The portfolio should be placed in an 8½” x 11”, 3 ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. (Additional pages can be added each year but should be dated.) See pages 14-16 in the Beyond The Needle project manual for portfolio formatting.
CLASS C221002 COLOR WHEEL - Create your own color wheel, complimentary color bar, or color scheme using pages 27-39 in the Beyond The Needle project manual. The exhibit may be a notebook, poster, or small display. Exhibits should not exceed 22” x 30”.
CLASS C221003 EMBELLISHED GARMENT WITH ORIGINAL DESIGN (eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) - Create a garment using techniques as defined in the project manual. Designs are the original idea of the 4-H member using the elements and principles of design to make an original statement. A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
EMBELLISHED GARMENT WITH ORIGINAL DESIGN FASHION SHOW
CLASS C410000 Junior (age 11 and under)
CLASS C410001 Senior (age 12 and older)
CLASS C221004 ORIGINAL DESIGNED FABRIC YARDAGE - Fabric yardage is designed using techniques such as those found in the manual. Other embellishments may be added. Exhibit consists of at least one yard of finished fabric. A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
CLASS C221005 ITEM (GARMENT OR NON-CLOTHING ITEM) CONSTRUCTED FROM ORIGINAL DESIGNED FABRIC (Only garments are eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) - Fabric yardage is designed first, then an item is constructed from that fabric. Other embellishments may be added. A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
ITEM CONSTRUCTED FROM ORIGINAL DESIGNED FABRIC FASHION SHOW (accessories cannot be chosen for State Fair Fashion Show)
CLASS C410009 Junior (age 11 and under)
CLASS C410010 Senior (age 12 and older)
CLASS C221006 TEXTILE ARTS GARMENT OR ACCESSORY (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) - A garment or accessory constructed using new unconventional materials. Examples: rubber bands, plastic, duct tape. A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
TEXTILE ARTS GARMENT OR ACCESSORY FASHION SHOW (accessories cannot be chosen for State Fair Fashion Show)
CLASS C410011 Junior (age 11 and under)
CLASS C410012 Senior (age 12 and older) Garments
CLASS C221007 FASHION ACCESSORY (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) - An accessory designed and/or constructed using elements and principles of design; can be textile or non-textile based. Example: shoes, strung bracelet/necklace, wire wrapping, scarves, flip flops, design on tennis shoes, etc. A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
CLASS C221008 WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY GARMENT OR ACCESSORY (Garment is eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) - Technology is integrated into the garment or accessory in some way (For example: LEDs, charging capabilities, sensors, and etc.) A Design Data Card must be included with this project. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY GARMENT OR ACCESSORY FASHION SHOW
CLASS C410013 Junior (age 11 and under)
CLASS C410014 Senior (age 12 and older) Accessories not eligible for State Fair Fashion Show.
FASHION ACCESSORY FASHION SHOW Entries not eligible for State Fair.
CLASS C410015 Junior (age 11 and under)
CLASS C410016 Senior (age 12 and older)
STEAM CLOTHING 1 - Exhibits will be simple articles requiring minimal skills. Use of a serger is allowed, at the discretion of the 4-H leader/sewing teacher. May exhibit one item per class number. 4-H’ers who have enrolled in or completed STEAM Clothing 2 or 3 projects are not eligible to exhibit in STEAM Clothing 1.
IMPORTANT: Limit of six (6) entries per member. All entries should be labeled as explained above. Entries not eligible for State Fair.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$3.00 $2.50 $2.00 $1.50
CLASS C900001 Clothing Portfolio - Complete at least three (3) different samples/activities from Chapter 2 OR Chapter 3 of the project manual. The Portfolio should be placed in an 8½” x 11”, 3 ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. (Additional pages can be added each year but should be dated.) See pages 9-10 for portfolio formatting.
CLASS C900002 SEWING KIT - Include a list of sewing notions and purpose for each included. (Pages 12-17 in project manual)
CLASS C900003 FABRIC TEXTILE SCRAPBOOK - Must include at least five (5) different textile samples. Use Textile Information Cards template on page 41 in project manual to identify fabric swatches. Completed textile cards should be placed in an 8½” x 11”, 3 ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. See project manual for fabric suggestions.
CLASS C900004 WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE - Enter an exhibit (not to exceed 22” x 30”) a notebook, poster, or small display sharing a project comparison and price point. See project manual, “What’s the Difference?” page 118-121. Exhibits should include pictures, NO actual products.
CLASS C900005 CLOTHING SERVICE PROJECT - Can include pillows or pillowcases but are not limited to those items. Exhibit (not to exceed 22” x 30”) can be a notebook, poster, or small display sharing information you generated in the project activity “Serving A Purpose” pages 122-125.
Beginning Sewing Exhibits: Exhibits must be made from medium weight woven 100% cotton or cotton/poly blends that will sew and press smoothly. Flannel/fleece is acceptable. Solid color fabrics or those having an overall print are acceptable. NO PLAIDS, STRIPES, NAPPED or JERSEY KNIT. Patterns should be simple without darts, set-in sleeves, collars, buttonholes, or zippers. No set-in pockets. Patch pockets are acceptable. Raglan and kimono sleeves are acceptable.
CLASS C900006 PINCUSHION
CLASS C900007 PILLOWCASE
CLASS C900008 SIMPLE PILLOW - No larger than 18” x 18”. Must be entered as a completed pillow, filled with fiberfill or a pillow form.
CLASS C900009 BAG/PURSE - No zippers or buttonholes
CLASS C900010 SIMPLE TOP
CLASS C900011 SIMPLE BOTTOM - pants, shorts, or skirt
CLASS C900012 SIMPLE DRESS
CLASS C900013 APRON
CLASS C900014 SIMPLE LINED OR UNLINED VEST
CLASS C900015 OTHER - USING SKILLS LEARNED IN THE PROJECT MANUAL
CLASS C900016 UP-CYCLED SIMPLE GARMENT - The original used item must be redesigned (not just decorated) in some way to create a new wearable piece of clothing. A “before” picture and a written description of the redesign process must accompany the entry or it will be lowered a ribbon placing.
CLASS C900017 UP-CYCLED ACCESSORY - A wearable accessory made from a used item. The item used must be changed in some way in the “redesign” process. A “before” picture and a description of the redesign process must accompany the entry, or it will be lowered a ribbon placing.
STEAM CLOTHING 1 FASHION SHOW - Entries not eligible for State Fair.
CLASS C410100 Junior (age 11 or under) - Pincushion, Pillowcase, Simple Pillow, or Bag/Purse - 4-H’ers in this class are not eligible for the Junior Best of Show Award.
CLASS C410101 Senior (age 12 and older) - Pincushion, Pillowcase, Simple Pillow, or Bag/Purse - 4-H’ers in this class are not eligible for the Senior Best of Show Award.
CLASS C410102 Junior (age 11 and under) - Simple Top
CLASS C410103 Senior (age 12 and older) - Simple Top
CLASS C410104 Junior (age 11 and under) - Simple Bottom
CLASS C410105 Senior (age 12 and older) - Simple Bottom
CLASS C410106 Junior (age 11 and under) - Simple Dress
CLASS C410107 Senior (age 12 and older) - Simple Dress
CLASS C410108 Junior (age 11 and under) - Apron
CLASS C410109 Senior (age 12 and older) - Apron
CLASS C410110 Junior Lined or Unlined Vest
CLASS C410111 Senior Lined or Unlined Vest
CLASS C410112 Junior “Other”
CLASS C410113 Senior “Other”
CLASS C410114 Junior (age 11 and under) - Up-cycled Simple Garment
CLASS C410115 Senior (age 12 and older) - Up-cycled Simple Garment
CLASS C410116 Junior (age 11 and under) - Up-cycled Accessory
CLASS C410117 Senior (age 12 and older) - Up-cycled Accessory
STEAM CLOTHING 2 - SIMPLY SEWING
Exhibits entered in this project must reflect at least one new skill learned from this manual. (See project manual skill-level list.) Garments as listed below may be made from any woven or knit fabric appropriate to the garment’s design and should demonstrate sewing skills beyond STEAM Clothing 1. Limit one (1) entry per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$6.00 $5.00 $4.00 $3.00
CLASS C222001 DESIGN BASICS, UNDERSTANDING DESIGN PRINCIPLES - 4-H member’s exhibit sharing a learning experience from pages 17-20 in the project manual. Include written answers to questions found on page 20 of the manual. The exhibit may be a notebook, poster, or small display. Exhibits should not exceed 22” x 30”.
CLASS C222002 PRESSING MATTERS - 4-H members may enter a ham, seam, or sleeve roll from pages 21-25, “A Pressing Matter” in the STEAM Clothing 2 project manual. Exhibit should include answers to lesson questions that are most appropriate to include.
CLASS C222003 UP-CYCLED GARMENT (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows. To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, must contain a complete constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.) - Create a garment from used textile-based items. The original used item must be redesigned using skills learned in STEAM Clothing 2 (not just decorated) in some way to create a new wearable piece of clothing. The finished garment must reflect at least one skill learned in this project. A Design Data Card must be included with this project including a “before” picture no larger than 4.25” x 5.5”. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
CLASS C222004 UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY - (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) A wearable accessory made from a used item. The original used item must be redesigned using skills learned in STEAM Clothing 2 (not just decorated) in some way to create a new wearable accessory. The finished item must reflect at least one skill learned in this project. A Design Data Card must be included with this project including a “before” picture no larger than 4.25” x 5.5”. If additional information is not included, exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing. Aprons constructed as an up-cycled clothing accessory should be entered here.
CLASS C222005 TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY - (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) Textile accessory is constructed using at least one skill learned in this project from materials appropriate for STEAM 2. Entry examples include hats, bags, scarves, gloves, and aprons. No metal, plastic, paper, or rubber base items allowed (i.e. barrettes, headbands, flip flops, duct tape, etc.)
CLASS C222006 TOP (vest acceptable) (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C222007 BOTTOM (pants or shorts) (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C222008 SKIRT (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C222009 LINED OR UNLINED JACKET (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C222010 DRESS (not formal wear). Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows.
CLASS C222011 ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows.)
CLASS C222012 TWO-PIECE OUTFIT (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows.) - Two-Piece Outfit Combination (skirt with top, vest, or lined/unlined jacket; jumper and top; pants or shorts outfit (pants or shorts with top, vest, lined/unlined jacket). Or a purchased top can be worn to complete a vest or lined/unlined jacket outfit with a constructed bottom.
CLASS C222013 ALTER YOUR PATTERN - (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, in the class that best describes the type of garment constructed i.e. Dress, Romper or Jumpsuit, or Two-piece Outfit) - Garment constructed from a significantly altered pattern. Entry must include both the constructed garment and the altered pattern.
Include information sheet that describes: 1) how the pattern was altered or changed, 2) why the changes were needed/wanted. Appropriate skills for altering/designing a pattern in STEAM 2 include: moving darts, merging two patterns together, altering a pattern for a woven or knit material, adding a lining).
CLASS C222014 GARMENT CONSTRUCTED FROM SUSTAINABLE OR UNCONVENTIONAL [NATURAL OR SYNTHETIC] FIBERS - (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, in the class that best describes the type of garment constructed i.e. Dress, Romper or Jumpsuit, or Two-piece Outfit). Fabric/Fibers used in this garment must be manufactured/purchased, for example: bamboo, banana, corn husk, and recycled fibers. Garments that are constructed out of the unconventional items themselves should be exhibited under Beyond the Needle.
STEAM CLOTHING 2 - FASHION SHOW
4-H members who have enrolled in or who have completed STEAM 3 projects are not eligible to enter STEAM 2 fashion show. See Class C222012 for the description of a two-piece outfit. Nightshirts, flannel lounging pants, or any other type of lounge wear cannot be chosen for State Fair Fashion Show. Limit one (1) entry per class.
CLASS C410201 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED GARMENT (not eligible for State Fair). To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, must contain a complete constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up--cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.)
CLASS C410202 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED GARMENT (not eligible for State Fair). To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, must contain a complete constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.)
CLASS C410203 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED OUTFIT COMBINATION - Must contain a complete constructed outfit (examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress).
CLASS C410204 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED OUTFIT COMBINATION - Must contain a complete constructed outfit (examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress).
CLASS C410205 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410206 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410207 Junior (age 11 and under) - TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410208 Senior (age 12 and older) - TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410209 Junior (age 11 and under) - TOP (vest acceptable) (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410210 Senior (age 12 and older) - TOP (vest acceptable) (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410211 Junior (age 11 and under) - BOTTOM (pants or shorts) (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410212 Senior (age 12 and older) - BOTTOM (pants or shorts) (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410213 Junior (age 11 and under) - SKIRT (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410214 Senior (age 12 and older) - SKIRT (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410215 Junior (age 11 and under) - LINED OR UNLINED JACKET (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410216 Senior (age 12 and older) - LINED OR UNLINED JACKET (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410217 Junior (age 11 and under) - DRESS (not formal wear)
CLASS C410218 Senior (age 12 and older) - DRESS (not formal wear)
CLASS C410219 Junior (age 11 and under) - ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT
CLASS C410220 Senior (age 12 and older) - ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT
CLASS C410221 Junior (age 11 and under) - TWO-PIECE OUTFIT Two-Piece Outfit Combination (skirt with top, vest, or lined/unlined jacket; jumper and top; pants or shorts outfit (pants or shorts with top, vest, lined/unlined jacket). Or a purchased top can be worn to complete a vest or lined/unlined jacket outfit with a constructed bottom.
CLASS C410222 Senior (age 12 and older) - TWO-PIECE OUTFIT - Two-Piece Outfit Combination (skirt with top, vest, or lined/unlined jacket; jumper and top; pants or shorts outfit (pants or shorts with top, vest, lined/unlined jacket). Or a purchased top can be worn to complete a vest or lined/unlined jacket outfit with a constructed bottom.
STEAM CLOTHING 3 - A STITCH FURTHER
Exhibits entered in this project must reflect at least one new skill learned from this manual. (See project manual skill level list.) A list of Garments as listed may be made from any pattern or any fabric and should demonstrate sewing skills beyond STEAM Clothing 2. Entry consists of completely constructed garments only. Wool entries must have fiber content listed on the identification label. Limit one (1) entry per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$6.00 $5.00 $4.00 $3.00
CLASS C223001 UP-CYCLED GARMENT (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows. To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Show, must contain a completely constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.) - Create a garment from used textile-based items. The original used item must be redesigned (not just decorated) in some way to create a new wearable piece of clothing. The finished garment must reflect at least one skill learned in this project. A Design Data Card must be included with this project including a “before” picture no larger than 4.25” x 5.5”.
CLASS C223002 UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - A wearable accessory made from a used item. The item used must be changed in some way in the redesign process. The finished accessory must reflect at least one skill learned in this project. A Design Data Card must be included with this project including a “before” picture no larger than 4.25” x 5.5”.
CLASS C223003 TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY (Not eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - Textile accessory is constructed using at least one skill learned in this project from materials appropriate for STEAM 3. Entry examples include: hats, bags, scarves, gloves, aprons. No metal, plastic, paper, or rubber base items allowed (i.e. barrettes, headbands, flip flops, duct tape, etc.).
CLASS C223004 DRESS or FORMAL (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C223005 SKIRTED COMBINATION (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - skirt with constructed shirt, vest or jacket OR jumper and constructed shirt.
CLASS C223006 PANTS or SHORTS COMBINATION (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - pants or shorts with constructed shirt, vest, or jacket.
CLASS C223007 ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C223008 SPECIALTY WEAR (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - (includes: swimwear, costumes, hunting gear, or chaps)
CLASS C223009 LINED OR UNLINED JACKET (non-tailored) (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows)
CLASS C223010 TAILORED COAT, BLAZER, SUIT JACKET OR OUTERWEAR (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - A tailored blazer or suit jacket or coat. Wool entries must have fiber content listed on the identification label.
CLASS C223011 ALTER/DESIGN YOUR PATTERN - (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, in the class that best describes the type of garment constructed i.e. Dress, Romper or Jumpsuit, or Two-piece Outfit) Garment constructed from a significantly altered pattern. Entry must include both the constructed garment and the altered pattern. Include information sheet that describes: 1) how the pattern was altered or changed, 2) why the changes were needed/wanted. Appropriate skills for altering/designing a pattern in STEAM 3 include: moving darts, adding a zipper, merging two patterns together, altering a pattern for a woven or knit material, adding a lining, designing your own pattern).
CLASS C223012 GARMENT CONSTRUCTED FROM SUSTAINABLE OR UNCONVENTIONAL [NATURAL OR SYNTHETIC] FIBERS - (Eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, in the class that best describes the type of garment constructed i.e. Dress, Romper or Jumpsuit, or Two-piece Outfit). Fabric/Fibers used in this garment have to be manufactured/purchased, for example: bamboo, banana, corn husk, and recycled fibers. Garments that are constructed out of the unconventional items themselves should be exhibited under Beyond the Needle.
STEAM CLOTHING 3 - A STITCH FURTHER FASHION SHOW -Nightwear or lounge wear can NOT be selected for State Fair. A purchased top can be worn to complete a vest or jacket outfit with a skirt, pants, or shorts.
CLASS C410301 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED GARMENT - To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, must contain a complete constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.)
CLASS C410302 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED GARMENT - To be eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows, must contain a complete constructed outfit…examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress.)
CLASS C410303 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED OUTFIT COMBINATION - Must contain a complete constructed outfit (examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress).
CLASS C410304 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED OUTFIT COMBINATION - Must contain a completely constructed outfit (examples: if the top is up-cycled, must include a constructed bottom, up-cycled dress).
CLASS C410305 Junior (age 11 and under) - UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410306 Senior (age 12 and older) - UP-CYCLED CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410307 Junior (age 11 and under) - TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410308 Senior (age 12 and older) - TEXTILE CLOTHING ACCESSORY (not eligible for State Fair)
CLASS C410309 Junior (age 11 and under) - DRESS OR FORMAL
CLASS C410310 Senior (age 12 and older) - DRESS OR FORMAL
CLASS C410311 Junior (age 11 and under) - SKIRTED OUTFIT
CLASS C410312 Senior (age 12 and older) - SKIRTED OUTFIT
CLASS C410313 Junior (age 11 and under) - PANTS OR SHORTS OUTFIT
CLASS C410314 Senior (age 12 and older) - PANTS OR SHORTS OUTFIT
CLASS C410315 Junior (age 11 and under) - ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT
CLASS C410316 Senior (age 12 and older) - ROMPER OR JUMPSUIT
CLASS C410317 Junior (age 11 and under) - SPECIALTY WEAR
CLASS C410318 Senior (age 12 and older) - SPECIALTY WEAR
CLASS C410319 Junior (age 11 and under) - NON-TAILORED LINED OR UNLINED JACKET. Additional pieces with jacket or coat may either be constructed or purchased.
CLASS C410320 Senior (age 12 and older) - NON-TAILORED LINED OR UNLINED JACKET. Additional pieces with jacket or coat may either be constructed or purchased.
CLASS C410321 Junior (age 11 and under) - TAILORED COAT, BLAZER, SUIT JACKET OR OUTERWEAR. Additional pieces with blazer, jacket or coat may either be constructed or purchased.
CLASS C410322 Senior (age 12 and older) - TAILORED COAT, BLAZER, SUIT JACKET, OR OUTERWEAR. Additional pieces with blazer, jacket or coat may either be constructed or purchased.
FIBER ARTS - KNITTING AND CROCHETING
- ENTRIES - Youth who wish to enter Knitting/Crochet Construction and Fashion Show will need to enter both Knitting/Crochet Construction and Fashion Show classes. Only exhibits that have been judged for construction can be modeled. 4-H entries must be made according to the printed 2026 Custer County Fair Premium Book and entered online by 5:00 p.m. on June 26. Instructions for online entries will be emailed to 4-H families on approximately May 15.
- 4-H’ers will receive information with instructions for the clothing construction and modeling judging. This information will be mailed or emailed to all 4-H’ers entering clothing.
- All items that will be judged must be checked-in between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m., on Thursday, July 16, at the Evangelical Free Church in Broken Bow.
- IDENTIFICATION LABELS - Each item entered as a knitting or crocheting exhibit must have a label attached stating: County, 4-H member’s name and age, project name and class in which garment is entered, and the number of years the 4-H member has exhibited in respective level. Wool entries must have fiber content listed on the identification label. Attach a label on every component of the outfit using safety pins or by basting.
- PREPARATION OF EXHIBITS - Knitted and Crocheted exhibits should be entered in the most appropriate manner for the exhibit. Clear plastic garment bags will be provided on the day of clothing interview judging. In construction interview judging, the 4-H’er visits with the judge about her/his garment. 4-H’ers are encouraged to bring along their pattern. Knitting/Crochet will be displayed in the 4-H Exhibit Hall during the county fair.
- 4-H members may exhibit one entry per class unless otherwise noted.
- A 4-H’er may enter in only one level for knitting and one level for crocheting. Garments as listed may be made for self (4-H member) or another person. 4-H members should continue their skill development. Once you have exhibited at a higher level, you are not eligible to exhibit in a lower level. Ex. Once you exhibit in Knitting Level 3, you are not eligible to exhibit in Knitting Level 2.
8. Criteria for judging knitting and crocheting: Design and Color, Neatness, Knitting Mechanics or Crochet Mechanics, Trimmings, and Construction Finishes.
9. Exhibits without the required supporting information and/or fail to meet class requirements will be dropped one ribbon placing.
KNITTING CONSTRUCTION
INFORMATION SHEET FOR KNITTING: Each knitted exhibit must include the following information on the fiber arts data card or exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing.
• Why did you choose to create this exhibit?
• What steps did you take when you created this exhibit?
• What were the most important things you learned?
• Gauge-Number of rows per inch; number of stitches per inch.
• Size of needles, finger knitted, arm knitted, loom or machine knitted
• Kind of yarn - weight and fiber content.
• Names of stitches used.
LEVEL 1, BEGINNING UNIT - Limit one (1) entry per class. Entries not eligible for State Fair.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$3.00 $2.50 $2.00 $1.50
CLASS C224001 LEVEL 1 KNITTED CLOTHING ITEM
CLASS C224002 LEVEL 1 KNITTED NON-WEARABLE ITEM
LEVEL 2, MIDDLE UNIT - Limit two (2) entries per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$3.50 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00
CLASS C225001 LEVEL 2 KNITTED CLOTHING ITEM - (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows). Knitted item using pattern stitches such as diamond, block, twist, or seed/moss stitches. Basic stitches [including: Knit (K), Purl (P), Slip Knit Pass Over (SKPO), Knit Two Together (K2tog), Yarn Over (yo)] to form pattern.
CLASS C225002 LEVEL 2 KNITTED NON-WEARABLE ITEM - Knitted Item using basic stitches [including: Knit (K), Purl (P), Slip Knit Pass Over (SKPO), Knit Two Together (K2tog), Yarn Over (yo)] to form patterns.
CLASS C225003 ARM OR FINGER KNITTED ITEM (Wearable or Non-Wearable Item)
CLASS C225004 LOOM KNITTED ITEM (Wearable or Non-Wearable Item)
LEVEL 3, ADVANCED UNIT - Limit two (2) entries per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$4.50 $4.00 $3.50 $3.00
CLASS C225005 LEVEL 3 KNITTED CLOTHING ITEM - (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - Knitted item or garment made from advanced knitting stitches such as pass slip stitch over, double-pointed needle knitting, cable, Turkish, tamerna, plait, germaine, feather and fan or knitting with one or more patterns such as Aran or Fair Isle, made by using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to circular knitting, double pointed needle knitting, knitting with multiple pattern stitches, and changing colors throughout the garment such as argyle knitting and chart knitting.
CLASS C225006 LEVEL 3 KNITTED NON-WEARABLE ITEM - Knitted item made by using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to circular knitting, double pointed needle knitting, knitting with multiple pattern stitches, and changing colors throughout the garment such as argyle knitting and chart knitting.
CLASS C225007 LEVEL 3 MACHINE KNITTING
KNITTING FASHION SHOW - Two (2) entries may be modeled. All knitted garments are eligible to be modeled. Coordination of garment(s) worn with knitted garment will also be evaluated. ONLY CLOTHING ITEMS FROM CLASSES C225001 AND C225005 CAN BE SELECTED FOR STATE FAIR FASHION SHOWS. Knitted garments chosen for State Fair Fashion Shows can be a sweater, cardigan, dress, coat, a top and bottom, or a two-piece ensemble (bottom and top).
CLASS C410500 Junior (age 11 and under) - KNITTED GARMENT(S)
CLASS C410501 Senior (age 12 and older) - KNITTED GARMENT(S)
CLASS C410502 Junior (age 11 and under) - KNITTED NON-WEARABLE ITEM (not eligible for State Fair).
CLASS C410503 Senior (age 12 and older) - KNITTED NON-WEARABLE ITEM (not eligible for State Fair).
CROCHET CONSTRUCTION
INFORMATION SHEET FOR CROCHET: Each crocheted exhibit must include the following information on the fiber arts data card or exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing:
• Why did you choose to create this exhibit?
• What steps did you take as you created your exhibit?
• What were the most important things you learned?
• Gauge and size of hook or type of crocheting tool.
• Kind of yarn - weight and fiber content or other material used.
• Names of stitches used.
LEVEL 1, BEGINNER UNIT - Limit one (1) entry per class. Entries not eligible for State Fair.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$3.00 $2.50 $2.00 $1.50
CLASS C225050 LEVEL 1 CROCHETED CLOTHING ITEM
CLASS C225051 LEVEL 1 HOME DESIGN & RESTORATION ITEM
LEVEL 2, MIDDLE UNIT - Limit two (2) entries per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$3.50 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00
CLASS C226001 LEVEL 2 CROCHETED CLOTHING - (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - Crocheted garment using basic stitches [including: chain, single, double, half-double, treble] to form patterns.
CLASS C226002 LEVEL 2 CROCHETED HOME DESIGN & RESTORATION ITEM - Crocheted item using basic stitches [including: chain, single, double, half-double, treble] to form patterns.
LEVEL 3, ADVANCED UNIT - Limit two (2) entries per class.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$4.50 $4.00 $3.50 $3.00
CLASS C226003 LEVEL 3 CROCHETED CLOTHING - (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Shows) - Crocheted garment using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to use afghan stitch, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, design motifs, and multiple pattern stitches.
CLASS C226004 LEVEL 3 CROCHETED HOME DESIGN & RESTORATION ITEM - Crocheted item using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to use afghan stitch, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, design motifs, and multiple pattern stitches.
CROCHET FASHION SHOW - Two (2) entries may be modeled. All crocheted garments are eligible to be modeled. Coordination of garment(s) worn with crocheted garment will also be evaluated. ONLY CLOTHING ITEMS FROM CLASSES C226001 AND C226003 CAN BE SELECTED FOR STATE FAIR FASHION SHOWS. Crocheted garments chosen for State Fair Fashion Shows can be a sweater, cardigan, dress, coat, a top and bottom, or a two-piece ensemble (bottom and top).
CLASS C410504 Junior (age 11 and under) - CROCHETED GARMENT(S)
CLASS C410505 Senior (age 12 and older) - CROCHETED GARMENT(S)
CLASS C410506 Junior (age 11 and under) - CROCHETED HOME DESIGN & RESTORATION ITEM (not eligible for State Fair).
CLASS C410507 Senior (age 12 and older) - CROCHETED HOME DESIGN & RESTORATION ITEM (not eligible for State Fair).
JUST FOR FUN FASHION SHOW
Anyone enrolled in any clothing project is eligible to enter this category. Entries can be anything that the individual has made. Entries could be a garment made for someone else but has to be modeled by the person for which it was made. Garments, rather than accessories, are required for this class. This is a public fashion show entry only. The individual in which the project was made for, will not come for the fashion show judging. Garments are not judged for construction. Ribbons and premium money will not be awarded. 4-H’ers in this class are not eligible for Junior or Senior Fashion Show Awards. Limit one entry per class. Entries not eligible for State Fair. This is truly a “Just For Fun” exhibition! The Just For Fun exhibits will count towards the maximum of five (5) entries for the public fashion show.
Narratives are required for the Just For Fun exhibits. 4-H’ers are strongly encouraged to submit their narratives online. The link to submit narratives is https://go.unl.edu/fashionshownarrative
Narratives may be submitted online at the link OR submitted in paper form to the Extension Office. The deadline for narratives is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Please do not email narratives to Extension Staff. 4-H’ers who do not turn in a narrative for Just For Fun cannot participate in the public fashion show.
CLASS C411504 JUST FOR FUN
DEPARTMENT CONSUMER MANAGEMENT
SHOPPING IN STYLE
GENERAL INFORMATION
A. All Shopping in Style 4-H’ers must be at least 8 years old before January 1, 2026.
B. 4-H entries must be made according to the printed 2026 Custer County Fair Premium Book and entered online by 5:00 p.m. on June 26. Instructions for online entries will be emailed to 4-H families on approximately May 15.
C. Participants must be enrolled in Consumer Education (Shopping In Style 4-H Project). Participants will be allowed to model in both the constructed garments(s) 4-H Fashion Show and the Shopping in Style Fashion Show.
D. 4-H’ers may enter either the Shopping In Style Fashion Show OR the Shopping In Style project (Classes C240001 - C240006) OR both.
E. All Shopping In Style SF184 forms, posters, binders, videos, or kits are due into the Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on June 26.
F. The SF184 form (revised 10/2025) This form is only needed for Classes C240001 and C240002 IF they enter the Fashion Show (Class C425004). DO NOT include the Shopping in Style Fashion Show Written Report with Narration Form SF184 in any exhibits in Classes C240003-C240006).
G. 4-H’ers will receive information with instructions for the clothing construction and modeling judging. This information will be mailed or emailed to all 4-H’ers entering Shopping In Style.
H. Identification Labels: Each item must be labeled with the 4-H’ers name, class in which the item is entered, 4-H’ers age, and number of years enrolled in project in which exhibiting.
I. FASHION SHOW NARRATIVES - All 4-H’ers entering the fashion show must have all typed or clearly printed fashion show narratives into the Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Narratives should take approximately 30 seconds to read out loud. 4-H’ers are strongly encouraged to submit their narratives online.
Narratives may be submitted online at the link OR submitted in paper form to the Extension Office. The deadline for narratives is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Please do not email narratives to Extension Staff. 4-H’ers who do not turn in a narrative cannot model in front of the fashion show judge and cannot participate in the public fashion show. All 4-H’ers who model in front of the fashion show judge MUST model at the public fashion show. This includes all sewing, knitting, crocheting, and consumer management projects.
J. If the exhibit is a poster, it should be on 14” x 22” poster board. If a three-ring binder is used, it should be 8½” x 11” x 1”. Folders with or without fasteners should NOT be used and entries will be lowered a ribbon placing. Video exhibits should be less than 5 minutes in length. Multi-media presentations and exhibits are to be uploaded to a video streaming application and 4-H member must provide a hard copy of QR code for viewing. 4-H members are encouraged to test their codes or link on several devices to check for appropriate permissions for public viewing.
K. Exhibits without the required supporting information and/or fail to meet class requirements will be dropped one ribbon placing.
Ribbons P. B. R. W.
$4.50 $4.00 $3.50 $3.00
CLASS C240001 BEST BUY FOR YOUR BUCK - Ages 8-13 before January 1 of the current year. Provide details of the best buy you made for your buck this year. Consider building the ultimate wardrobe by adding to this entry each year by dividing it into Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, etc. Put the story in a three-ring binder or video, no posters please (see general information). Do NOT include the Shopping in Style Fashion Show Written Report with Narration Form SF184 in your entry. (This form is only needed if you enter the Fashion Show Class C425004.) Although both entries do share some information, there are differences in content and format for this class.
Provide details about wardrobe inventory which indicates the following:
- Why you selected the garment you did,
- Clothing budget,
- Cost of garment,
- Conclusion or summary statement(s) stating your final comments on why you selected your “best buy for your buck.”
- Provide 3 color photos of you wearing the garment (front view, side view, and back view).
CLASS C240002 BEST BUY FOR YOUR BUCK - Ages 14-18 before January 1 of the current year. Provide details of the best buy you made for your buck this year. Consider building the ultimate wardrobe by adding to this entry each year by dividing it into Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, etc. Put the story in a three-ring binder or video, no posters please (see general information). Do NOT include the Shopping in Style Fashion Show Written Report with Narration Form SF184 in your entry. (This form is only needed if you enter the Fashion Show Class C425004.) Although both entries do share some information, there are differences in content and format for this class.
Provide details listed above in the Class C240001 for ages 8-13 plus include the following additions:
- Body shape discussion,
- Construction quality details,
- Design features that affected your selection,
- Cost per wearing,
- Care of garment,
- Conclusion or summary statement(s) stating your final comments on why you selected your “best buy for your buck.”
- Provide 3 color photos of you wearing the garment (front view, side view, and back view).
CLASS C240003 REVIVE YOUR WARDROBE - Take at least two (2) items in your wardrobe that still fit but that you don’t wear anymore and pair them with a new garment or garments to make them wearable once again. Create a photo story, which includes before and after photos, and a description of what was done. Put in a three-ring binder, poster, or video (see general information).
CLASS C240004 SHOW ME YOUR COLORS - Select 6-8 color photos of you wearing different colors. Half should be what you consider to be good personal color choices and half should be poor personal color choices. Write a brief explanation with each photo describing your selections. Refer to the manual page 23 for more information. Entry should be a poster (see general information).
CLASS C240005 CLOTHING 1st AID KIT - Refer to page 73 of the manual and complete a clothing first aid kit. Include a list of items in the kit and brief discussion of why each was included. Put in an appropriately sized box or tote with a lid. No larger than a shoe box.
CLASS C240006 MIX, MATCH, & MULTIPLY - Using this concept from page 32 of the manual take a least five (5) pieces of clothing and create new outfits. Use your imagination to show various looks (i.e. on a clothesline, in a tree, on a mannequin). Include a brief discussion of each outfit which demonstrates what you have learned by completing this entry. Entry can be a three-ring binder, poster, or video (see general information).
SHOPPING IN STYLE FASHION SHOW
CLASS C425004: MODELED SHOPPING IN STYLE PURCHASED OUTFIT AND WRITTEN REPORT (For members entering Best Buy For Your Buck, Classes C240001 or C240002.)
- Participants must be enrolled in Consumer Education (Shopping In Style 4-H Project) to enter the Shopping In Style Fashion Show.
- Participants must model a complete outfit. All pieces of the garment must be purchased.
- All 4-H’ers who enter the Shopping In Style Fashion Show (Class C425004) must complete form SF184, updated for 10/2025, and must submit it to the Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on June 26 (in addition to making online entries). The updated SF184 form can be found online at: https://go.unl.edu/ne4hfashionshow.
- FASHION SHOW NARRATIVES - All 4-H’ers entering the fashion show must have all typed or clearly printed fashion show narratives into the Extension Office by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Narratives should take approximately 30 seconds to read out loud. 4-H’ers are strongly encouraged to submit their narratives online. The link to submit narratives is https://go.unl.edu/fashionshownarrative
Narratives may be submitted online at the link OR submitted in paper form to the Extension Office. The deadline for narratives is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13. Please do not email narratives to Extension Staff. 4-H’ers who do not turn in a narrative cannot model in front of the fashion show judge and cannot participate in the public fashion show. All 4-H’ers who model in front of the fashion show judge MUST model at the public fashion show. This includes all sewing, knitting, crocheting, and consumer management projects.
E. The narrative portion of the SF184 form does NOT satisfy the requirement to submit a fashion show narrative to the Extension Office by July 13. Exhibitors will need to turn in a separate narrative.