(DESIGN MY PLACE, HOME ANTIQUE RESTORATION, DESIGN DECISIONS)
The purpose of Home Design & Restoration is to learn design principles and develop graphic design techniques. In addition, activities in this category encourage well-thought-out design plans and diverse artistic techniques. Be sure to take note of the rules section to develop a successful project.
GENERAL INFORMATION & EXHIBITING RULES - HOME ENVIRONMENT
- HOME ENVIRONMENT EXHIBITS are evaluated by these criteria:
- Items must be designed to be used for home decorating, home furnishing, or home management (no clothing, purses, note cards, scrapbooks/photo albums, etc.).
- Accessories should be of high quality (as compared to quick, simple crafts) and suitable for use in the home for several months throughout the year. Holiday-specific items are discouraged. Exhibits made from kits are also discouraged and not accepted as kits limit decision-making in the design process.
- Items should show creativity and originality, along with the application of design elements and principles. 4-H members are required to include the design elements and principles they used, along with a simple explanation of how they designed their project in their exhibit. Information on the elements and principles of design may be found in the Design Decisions manual, as well as Portfolio Pathways and Sketchbook Crossroads.
- Entered in correct class: What medium was changed or manipulated? What medium is the majority of your exhibit made from?
- Items should be ready for display in the home: pictures framed, wall hangings, and pictures ready to hang, etc. No single mat board or artist canvas panels allowed. Wrapped canvas (if staples are not visible on the edge) is accepted without framing. Make sure hangers are strong enough to support the item. Items not ready for display will be dropped one ribbon placement. Command strips are not considered adequate hangers. Exhibits using command strips will be dropped one ribbon, making them ineligible for the State Fair.
- Item should not be made for beginning level or other projects (ex, simple 10-minute table runner or woodworking).
- Exhibits made from pre-packaged store-bought kits will NOT be accepted. Kits are defined as any pre-packaged item where the materials and the design are predetermined by the manufacturer. Articles that use patterns or pictures from magazines as starting points for designs are acceptable.
- SIZE OF EXHIBITS – Exhibits may be no taller than 7 feet and no wider than 6 feet. All exhibits must be easily lifted by two 4-H staff.
- NUMBER OF ENTRIES PER INDIVIDUAL – One entry per exhibitor per class.
- ENTRY TAGS – An entry tag that includes a clear description of the entry must be securely attached to each exhibit. Use color, pattern, or picture descriptions to aid in identification. No straight pins.
- IDENTIFICATION – In addition to the entry tag, a label with the exhibitor’s name and county should be attached to each separate piece of the exhibit.
SUPPORTING INFORMATION – Supporting information is required for all exhibits. Information must include elements or principles of design used and steps taken to complete the project. Tag templates can be found on the Nemaha County Fair Book website: https://go.unl.edu/ne4hhomedesignrestoration. Exhibits entered without supporting information will be lowered one ribbon placement.
HOME DESIGN - BEGINNING UNIT
DEPARTMENT C – DIVISION 251 – DESIGN MY PLACE
Division 251 Classes 901-913 Pay Category L
| CLASS | DIVISION | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| C)901 | Needlework Item | (made with yarn or floss) |
| C)902 | Simple Fabric Accessory | like a pillow, laundry bag, pillowcase, table runner, etc. |
| C)903 | Accessory | Accessory made with original batik or tie dye. |
| C)904 | Simple accessory | Simple accessory made using wood. |
| C)905 | Simple accessory | Simple accessory made using plastic. |
| C)906 | Simple accessory | Simple accessory made using glass. |
| C)907 | Simple accessory | Simple accessory made using clay. |
| C)908 | Simple accessory | Simple accessory made using paper. |
| C)910 | Story item | Story item made or recycled. |
| C)911 | Bulletin or message board. | |
| C)912 | Problem Solved | Use a creative method to show you solved a problem (air quality, water, sound, temperature, lighting, fire escape plan, etc.) |
| C)913 | Video | Video showing how to make a bed, organize a room, or the steps you used to make your simple accessory |
HOME DESIGN - INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED UNITS
HOME ANTIQUE RESTORATION
ADDITIONAL GENERAL INFORMATION & EXHIBITING RULES – HOME ANTIQUE RESTORATION
1. This project area is for items with historic, sentimental, or antique value that are restored, repurposed, or refinished to keep their original look and value. It is not for “recycled” items. For example, a bench would be considered an heirloom if the original finish is restored, but if decorated by painting, it would be considered recycled.
2. Entering highly valuable items (especially small ones) is discouraged, as exhibits are not displayed in closed cases.
3. NOTE: Resources to support this project area are on the 4-H website.
4. Attach information, including:
- List of steps taken to complete the project. Before and after pictures are encouraged.
- Keepsakes Documentation: How you acquired the item and the history of the item - may be written, pictures, audio, or videotape of an interview with a family member, etc.
DEPARTMENT C – DIVISION 256 - HOME ANTIQUE RESTORATION
Division 256 Class 001-004 Pay Category L
| CLASS | DIVISION | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| SF)001 | Trunks | Including doll-sized trunks or wardrobes. (SF206) |
| SF)002 | An Article | Either a repurposed “treasure” (accessory) from an old item or an old “treasure” (accessory) refinished or renovated. May include a display of a collection or collectibles, being careful not to destroy value of the collection. (SF205) |
| SF)003 | Furniture | Either a repurposed “treasure” from an old item or an old “treasure” refinished or renovated. May include doll-sized furniture. (SF205) |
| SF)004 | Cleaned and Restored Heirloom Accessory or Furniture | A reconditioned and cleaned old piece of furniture or accessory that is functional for use or display. The item might be cleaned and waxed, and simple repairs made. The item would not have to be refinished or repainted, but reconditioned to restore it to its original look or to prevent it from further damage as a valuable heirloom. Consult the extension publication Care and Conservation of Heirloom Textiles for information on textiles. This publication can be found in the Digital Commons at: https://go.unl.edu/gcnh (Refinished items go in classes 2 – 3.) This class is for situations where it may be best to do very little to the item to maintain its antique value. The item or article should be of complexity suited to an advanced project. (SF205) |
DESIGN DECISIONS
ADDITIONAL GENERAL INFORMATION & EXHIBITING RULES – DESIGN DECISIONS
1. Attach information to explain the steps taken. Information must also include the element or principle of design used (p. 9-12)
DEPARTMENT C – DIVISION 257 - DESIGN DECISIONS
Division 257 Class 001-025, 912-913 Pay Category L
| CLASS | DIVISION | DEPARTMENT |
|---|---|---|
| SF)001 | Design Board for a Room | Include: color scheme, wall treatment, floor treatment, etc. OR floor plan for a room. Posters, 22 inches x 28 inches. Show what you learned with before and after pictures or diagrams, samples, story, cost comparisons, optional arrangements, etc. (SF201) |
| SF)002 | Problem Solved, Energy Savers OR Career Exploration | Identify a problem (such as problem windows, storage needs, inconvenient room arrangement, cost comparison, energy conservation, waste management, etc.) OR explore a career related to home environment (what would it be, what education is needed, what would you do, etc.). Using a poster, notebook, or other method, describe the problem and how it was solved OR your career exploration. (p. 74-93) (SF201) |
| SF)003 | Solar, Wind, or Other Energy Alternatives for the Home | Can be models, either an original creation or an adaptation of a kit. If kit, label, and explain what was learned and how the item could be used in or on the exterior of the home. (p. 74-93) (SF201) |
| SF)004 | Technology in Design | Incorporate technology into a project related to home design or use technology to develop the design; for example, using conductive thread to create a circuit that enhances a wall hanging or create the design with a 3D printer. (SF200) |
| SF)006 | Window Covering | May include curtains, draperies, shades, shutters, etc. (SF200) |
| SF)007 | Floor Covering | May be woven, braided, painted floor cloth, etc. May be exhibited as a poster (SF200) |
| SF)008 | Bedcover | May include quilt, comforter, bedspread, dust ruffle, canopy, etc. For quilts, state who did the quilting. (No fleece tied exhibits.) (p. 50-53) (SF200) |
| SF)009 | Accessory | Original Needlework/Stitchery. (SF200) |
| SF)010 | Accessory | Textile – 2D (tablecloth or runner, dresser scarf, wall hanging, etc. No tied fleece blankets or beginning/10-minute table runners. (SF200) |
| SF)011 | Accessory | Textile – 3D (pillows, pillow shames, fabric bowls, etc. No fleece tied exhibits.) (SF200) |
| SF)012 | Accessory | 2D (SF200) |
| SF)013 | Accessory | 3D (string art, wreaths, etc.) (SF200) |
| SF)014 | Accessory | Original Floral Design. (SF200) |
| SF)015 | Accessory | Original made from Wood – burn, cut, shape or otherwise manipulate. (SF200) |
| SF)016 | Accessory | Original made from Glass – etch, mosaic, stain, molten or otherwise manipulate. (SF200) |
| SF)017 | Accessory | Original made from Metal –cut, shape, punch, sculpt, reassemble or otherwise manipulate. (SF200) |
| SF)018 | Accessory | Original made from Ceramic or Tile. – Treatment to exhibit must go through a process that permanently alters the medium. Painting alone is not sufficient. (SF200) |
| SF)019 | Accessory | Recycled/Upcycled Item for the home - reuse a common object or material in a creative way. Include description of what was done to recycle or reuse item in your attached information. (SF207) |
| SF)020 | Furniture | Recycled/Remade - made or finished by using a common object or material in a creative way. Include description of what was done to recycle or reuse item in your attached information. (SF207) |
| SF)021 | Furniture | Wood Opaque finish such as Paint or Enamel. (SF203) |
| SF)022 | Furniture | Wood Clear finish showing Wood Grain. (SF203) |
| SF)023 | Furniture | Fabric Covered - May include stool, chair seat, slip-covers, headboard, etc. (SF200) |
| SF)024 | Furniture | Furniture made/refurbished suitable for outdoor use. (NOTE: May be displayed outside). Include description of what was done to recycle or reuse item in your attached information. (SF200) |
| SF)025 | Accessory | Outdoor Living. Accessory made/refurbished by a 4-H member, suitable for outdoor use. (NOTE: May be displayed outside.) Include a description of what was done to recycle or reuse the item in your attached information. (SF200) |