Knitting and Crocheting
Awards:
Wayne Eagles 3757 - Champion Crochet/Knitting Exhibit
Mark and Laurie Gansebom, Wayne – Reserve Champion Crochet/Knitting Exhibit
Premiums:
Level 1 Knitting / Crochet Premiums:
Purple $4.50, Blue $4.00, Red $3.50, White $3.00
Level 2 & 3 Knitting / Crochet Premiums:
Purple $6.00, Blue $5.00, Red $4.00, White $3.50
Knitting and Crocheting
The purpose of this category is to establish basic to advanced crochet and knitting skills. In addition, projects in this category require 4-H membersto select adequate yarn and make design decisions.
General Information:
A. Entry Tags: Every exhibit must be described on the appropriate entry tag accompanying it (for example: blue afghan, yellow sweater, crocheted gray elephant). Attach the entry tag securely to the exhibit using straight pin or safety pins (no paper clips).
B. Identification Labels: Each item entered as a knitting or crochet exhibit must have a label attached stating: County, 4-H members name and age, project name and class in which exhibit 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 exhibit using safety pins or by basting. Not responsible for unlabeled items.
C. Preparation of Exhibits: Knitted and Crocheted exhibits should be entered in the most appropriate manner for the exhibit. Articles should be placed in a clear plastic bag.
D. General Information: 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 in a higher level, you are not eligible to exhibit in a lower level. Example-once you exhibit in Knitting Level 3, you are not eligible to exhibit in Knitting Level 2.
E. Criteria for judging Crochet and Knitting: Design and color, neatness, crochet/knitting mechanics, trimming, and construction finishes.
F. Each knitted exhibit must include the following information on the fiber arts data card with the entry tag or exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing: A Fiber Arts knitted data form is available at https://go.unl.edu/ne4hclothing
1. Why did you choose to create this exhibit?
2. What steps did you take as you created your exhibit?
3. What were the most important things you learned?
4. Gauge -Number of rows per inch; number of stitches per inch.
5. Size of needles, finger knitted, arm knitted, loom or machine knitted.
6. Kind of yarn – weight and fiber content.
7. Names of stitches used.
G. Each crocheted exhibit must include the following information on the fiber arts data card with the entry tag or exhibit will be lowered one ribbon placing. A Fiber Arts crochet data form is available at https://go.unl.edu/ne4hclothing:
1. Why did you choose to create this exhibit?
2. What steps did you take as you created your exhibit?
3. What were the most important things you learned?
4. Gauge and size of hook or type of crocheting tool.
5. Kind of yarn – weight and fiber content or other material used.
6. Names of stiches used.
H. An explanation of projects and curriculum resources can be found at https://4h.unl.edu/resources/projects/.
I. Entries: Each 4-H member is limited to one item per class.
J. Premier 4-H Science Award is available in this area. Visit https://4h.unl.edu/fairbook/premier-science-award for more details.
K. Special Recognition at the State Fair: All garments and accessories will be juried to be selected for the 4-H Design Gallery. All garments with at least 60% wool content are eligible for the “Make It with Wool” Award.
Knitting
Beginning Knitting
Level 1 knitting is for any 4-H member who is starting to learn basic knitting skills. Exhibits are not State Fair eligible.
Classes:
C-225-901 Level 1 Knitted Clothing Item (SF60) - using single pointed needles and basic knitting skills. (garment eligible for Fashion Show)
C-225-902 Level 1 Home Design & Restoration Item (SF60) - using single pointed needles and basic knitting skills.
Middle and Advanced Unit Knitting
For any age 4-H member who has mastered basic knitting skills and is beginning to learn further skills such as using double pointed needles, advanced stitches such as cable, etc.
Classes:
+C-225-001 Level 2 - Knitted Clothing (garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) (SF60) - Knitted item or garment 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 patterns.
+C-225-002 Level 2 Knitted Home Design &Restoration Item (SF60) - 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.
+C-225-003 Arm or Finger Knitted Item (SF60) - (Clothing or Home Design & Restoration Item)
+C-225-004 Loom Knitted Item (SF60) - (Clothing or Home Design & Restoration Item)
+C-225-005 Level 3 Knitted Clothing (garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) (SF 60) - 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.
+C-225-006 Level 3 Knitted Home Design & Restoration Item (SF60) - 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.
+C-225-007 Level 3 Machine Knitting (SF60)
Crochet
Crochet Level 1
Classes:
C-226-901 Level 1 Crocheted Clothing Item (SF61) - Exhibit may be a simple item such as a purse, scarf, stole, or other clothing item. (garment eligible for Fashion Show) Not State Fair eligible.
C-226-901 Level 1 Crocheted Home Design & Restoration Item (SF61) - Exhibit may be a simple item such as a doily, bookmark, dish cloth, potholder, or other item for the home. Not State Fair eligible.
Crochet Levels 2 and 3
Classes:
+C-226-001 Level 2 Crocheted Clothing (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) (SF60) - Crochet garment using basic stitches [including: chain, single, double, half-double, treble] to form patterns.
+C-226-002 Level 2 Crocheted Home Design & Restoration Item (SF60) - Crochet item using basic stitches [including chain, single, double, half-double, treble] to form patterns.
+C-226-003 Level 3 Crocheted Clothing (Garment eligible for State Fair Fashion Show) (SF60) - Crochet garment using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to use afghan stitch, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, design motifs, and multiple pattern stitches.
+C-226-004 Level 3 Crocheted Home Design & Restoration Item (SF60) - Crochet item using stitches learned in Level 2 while advancing to use afghan stitch, broomstick lace, hairpin lace, design motifs, and multiple pattern stitches.
Index
- Animal Health Requirements
- 4-H/FFA Livestock Auction and Pool Money
- Herdsmanship
- Round Robin Showmanship
- Animal Classes