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Exhibits will be simple articles requiring minimal skills. Follow suggested skills in project manual. May exhibit one item per class number. 4-H members who have enrolled in or completed STEAM Clothing 2 project are not eligible to exhibit in STEAM Clothing 1.
Division 210
Classes in this division are ineligible for State Fair
Class C210900 Clothing Portfolio Complete at least three different samples/activities from Chapter 2 OR Chapter 3 of the project manual. The Portfolio should be placed in an 8.5 inch x 11 inch, three-ring binder. Include an appropriate cover, dividers, and table of contents. (Additional pages can be added each year but should be dated.) See pages 9-10 of the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual for portfolio formatting.
Class C210901 Sewing Kit Include a list of sewing notions and purpose for each included (pg. 12-17 in the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual).
Class C210902 Fabric Textile Scrapbook Must include at least five different textile samples. Use Textile Information Cards template on Page 41 in the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual to identify fabric swatches. Completed textile cards should be placed in an 8.5 inch x 11 inch, three-ring binder. Include an appropriate cover. See the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual for fabric suggestions.
Class C210903 What’s The Difference 4-H members enrolled in STEAM Clothing 1 may enter an exhibit (not to exceed 22 inches x 30 inches) a notebook, poster, small display sharing a project comparison and price point. See the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual, “What’s the Difference?” page 118-119. Exhibits should include pictures NO actual pillows.
Class C210904 Clothing Service Project Can include pillows or pillow cases but are not limited to those specific items. Exhibit (not to exceed 22 inches x 30 inches) a notebook, poster, small display sharing information you generated in the STEAM Clothing 1 project manual, activity “Serving A Purpose” page 124 and 125.
Beginning Sewing Exhibits: Exhibits must be made from medium weight woven fabrics 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, and collars. Raglan and kimono sleeve are acceptable.
**If you plan to exhibit Class C210909 (Simple Top) AND Class C210910 (Simple Bottom) we ask that you make your Items MATCH/COORDINATE and enter them as a Class 210911 (Simple 2 Piece Outfit).**
Class C210905 Pincushion
Class C210906 Pillowcase
Class C210907 Simple Pillow Pillow size to be no larger than 18 inches x 18 inches.
Class C210908 Bag/Purse No zippers or button holes may be used.
Class C210909 Simple Top
Class C210910 Simple Bottom
Class C210911 Simple 2 Piece Outfit Simple top with matching/coordinating simple bottom (pants, shorts or skirt)
Class C210912 Simple Dress
Class C210913 Other Simple Item Using skills learned in project manual. Examples: Apron, vest, etc.
Class C210914 Upcycled 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 description of the redesign process MUST accompany the entry or it will be disqualified.
Class C210915 Upcycled 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 disqualified.