DEPARTMENT 60 - YOUTH NEEDLE WORK

SEWING

Superintendent	Cathy Fielitz, (810) 367-6639
Premiums	A-$2.00; B-$1.25; C-$1
Judging	Monday at 10:00 a.m.
Location	Still Exhibit Barn
Objective	To learn sewing techniques and information about fabrics in order to construct a garment that is of quality construction in such a manner that the wearer wants to be seen in that apparel.

Fair Exhibit Requirements	1. All clothing must be cleaned and pressed.
	2. Must be present for an interview.
	3. May exhibit one project in each section.
	4. It is recommended that sewers should not wear their garments prior to exhibit.

SECTION CLASS

Section 1- Wearable article, outfit or ensemble

Class 1 Beginner

Class 2 Intermediate

Class 3 Advanced

Section 2 Non-wearable (such as quilts, pillows, wall hangings, throws or stuffed animals)

Class 5 Beginner

Class 6 Intermediate

Class 7 Advanced

Section 3 Kits

Class 9 Any kit or pre-printed panel

SUGGESTED SEWING PROJECTS** Youth learn one new skill a year:

Beginner any age first year sewer elastic waists, buttons, hooks and eyes, snaps.

Intermediate any age 2^nd or 3^rd year sewer- zippers, buttons and buttonholes.

Advanced any age 4 years or more experience sewing, matching plaids, stripes, nap or lining.