Youth Exhibits

Date of Show: August 17-26
Time of Show: Fair Hours
Location: Expo Building

Food Preservation Fair Labels

INFORMATION FOR COMPETITORS

Co-Chairs: Emily Smith - 615-812-2975, Dustin Goins - 615-478-7977 & Becca Herrera - 615-598-8413

4-H Co-Chairs: Morgan Beaty & Grace Harville 615-444-9584

Register online or all non-perishable exhibits will be entered between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
All articles are exhibited at the owner's risk, but all reasonable precautions will be taken for protection of items.
The division entered will be determined by the person's age on the opening day of the Fair (August17, 2023).
Name and age must be on the bottom or back of each item.
No person may enter more than one entry in any one lot.
Canned items will not be accepted unless they are in standard canning jars and sealed with 2-piece flat and ring lids. One piece tops are NOT accepted. Canning jars must be clear to be judged.
All items must have been made since September 1, 2022. Entries from prior years cannot be entered.
All work must be the work of the exhibitor. While it is expected that there is a certain level of help needed from adults, majority of work must be done by exhibitor.
Prizes will be awarded on the decision of the judge(s). Judge(s) will not be required to award prizes unless the quality of the entry is deserving of recognition.
Premiums will be paid and exhibits must be removed between 1 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 27, 2023.
Wilson County Promotions will not be responsible for any entry left past the time specified in rule Number 10.
Competition open to Wilson County youth and Wilson County 4-H Club members.

The theme for this year is "All Rows Lead to Tennesse in '23"
Commodity is "The Year of Corn"

DIVISION 1: 5-8 YEARS OF AGE

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

LOT

1. Bookmark
2. Christmas Tree Ornament (1) NO GLASS
3. Collection, 12 or more items, must be mounted (maximum size 18”x18” – No poster board)
4. Creative use of a recycled plastic bottle
5. Decorated Bandana
6. Decorated Bird House
7. Decorated Flip-Flops
8. Decorated Headband
9. Decorated Jewelry Box
10. Decorated Picture Frame
11. Decorated Pillow
12. Decorated Pillow Case (1)
13. Decorated Skateboard
14. Decorated T-Shirt
15. Decorated Tote Bag
16. Decorated Visor
17. Handcrafted Greeting Card
18. Holiday Decoration (any holiday)
19. Item Made Entirely With Duct Tape
20. Item Made from Plastic Canvas
21. Jewelry - Barrette
22. Jewelry - Bracelet
23. Jewelry - Earrings
24. Jewelry - Necklace

25. Keychain

26. Model (must be secured to a base, no exceptions)

27. Pencil Holder

28. Piggy Bank (must be operational)

29. Pin Cushion

30. Pint of Jam, Jelly or Preserves

31. Pint of Pickles or Relish

32. Purse made by Exhibitor

33. Quart of Home Canned Fruit

34. Quart of Home Canned Vegetables

35. Quilt for Doll Bed (Maximum size 12x18 inches)

36. Refrigerator Magnet (magnet must be strong enough to

hold itself onto a vertical surface)

37. Scarf (head or neck)

38-43 Scrapbook - 1 page (no binders)

38.Scrapbook page - Birthday Theme

39.Scrapbook page - Vacation Theme

40.Scrapbook page - Holiday Theme

41.Scrapbook page - Field Trip *NEW*

42.Scrapbook page - 4th of July *NEW*

43.Scrapbook page - Family Event *NEW*

44. Fair Theme Poster

45. Stitchery (embroidery, cross stitch, etc.)

46. Doll or Toy

47. Tie-Dyed Shirt

48. Wall Hanging

49. Wooden Article

50. Woven Potholder
51. Fair Themed Craft

52. Decorated Mason Jar

53. Handcrafted Soap

54. Diamond Dots

55. Rock Painting

56.

DIVISION 2: 9-13 YEARS OF AGE

Premiums: 1st - $12 ~ 2nd - $9 ~ 3rd - $7

CLASS 1 - CLOTHING

Lot
1. Apron
2. Shirt
3. Button Up Shirt
4. Clothing item made from Fleece
5. Dress
6. Pajamas 2 Piece Set
7. Pants
8. Shorts
9. Skirt
10.Vest
11.Fashion Accessory
12.Costume
13.Tote Bag
14.Doll Clothes
15.Decorated Clothing (Applique or Embroidery)
16.Formal Wear - Party Dress or Suit
17.Miscellaneous Clothing Item

CLASS 2 - SEWING AND NEEDLEWORK

LOT

1. Counted Cross Stitch Article
2. Crochet Crib Blanket
3. Crochet Blanket
4. Crochet Baby Set
5. Crochet Clothing Item
6. Crochet Home Goods Item
7. Knitting - Scarf
8. Knitting Crib Blanket
9. Knitting - Blanket
10. Knitted Clothing Item
11. Knitted Home Goods Item
12. Needlework - Embroidery under 15"
13. Needlework - Embroidery over 15"
14. Guest Towels Set of 2 (all handmade)
15. Guest Towels Set of 2 (purchased-embroidered or applique)
16. Fleece item (sewn-no hand tying )
17. Needle-Punched Article
18. Sewing - Pillow
19. Sewing - Pillowcases (Set of 2)
20. Sewing - Placemats (Set of 2)
21. Sewing - Patriotic Quilt
22. Sewing - All Other Quilts
23. Sewing - Lap Quilt
24. Sewing - Quilt for Doll Bed (max size 13"x18")
25. Pot Holder
26. Braided Rug

CLASS 3: JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES

Pint or Jelly Jars Only

LOT

1. Apple Jelly

2. Blueberry Jelly

3. Grape Jelly

4. Plum Jelly

5. Blackberry Jam

6. Raspberry Jam

7. Peach Preserves

8. Pear Preserves

9. Strawberry Preserves

10. Fruit Butters

CLASS 4: PICKLES

Pint Jars Only

LOT

1. Bread & Butter Pickles

2. Beet Pickles

3. Dill Pickles

4. Squash Pickles

5. Sweet Pickles

6. Okra Pickles

7. Peach Pickles

8. Pepper Pickles

CLASS 5: RELISHES

Pint Jars Only

LOT

1. Green Tomato Relish
2. Pepper Relish
3. Pickle Relish
4. Chow Chow
5. Chili Sauce
6. Salsa

CLASS 6: VEGETABLES

Quart Jars Only

LOT

1. Beets
2. Carrots
3. English Peas
4. Field Peas
5. Green Beans
6. Okra
7. Soup Mixture
8. Tomatoes
9. Tomato Juice

CLASS 7: FRUITS

Quart Jars Only

LOT

1. Apples
2. Applesauce
3. Blackberries
4. Blueberries
5. Cherries
6. Peaches
7. Pears
8. Plums

CLASS 8: RELATED ART & CRAFTS

LOT

1. Bookmark
2. Decorated Mason Jar
3. Bird Feeder (must be able to be cleaned out)
4. Bird House made by exhibitor
5. Cell Phone Holder
6. Christmas Stocking
7. Christmas Tree Ornament (1) NO GLASS
8-13 Collection (12 or more items – must be mounted– maximum size 18”x18” – no poster board)
8. Collection – Leaves (must be in notebook form)
9. Collection – Miscellaneous
10. Collection – Rocks
11. Collection – Seeds
12. Collection – Shells
13. Collection – Stamps
14. Creative use of a recycled plastic bottle
15. Decorated Bandana
16. Decorated Basket
17. Decorated Flip Flops
18. Decorated Hat
19. Decorated Headband
20. Decorated Item with Rhinestones or Studs
21. Decorated Jewelry Box
22. Decorated Picture Frame
23. Decorated Pillow Cases (2)
24. Decorated Shirts - Iron-on Transfer
25. Decorated Shirts – Painted
26. Decorated Shirts – Ribbon
27 Decorated Shirts - Sequin Art
28. Decorated Skateboard
29. Decorated Socks
30. Decorated Tote Bag (may use purchased tote bag)
31. Decorated Visor
32. Doll or Toy
33. Door Wreath
34. Fabric Basket or Fabric Lined Basket
35. Handcrafted Basket
36. Handcrafted Candle
37. Handcrafted Greeting Card
38. Holiday Decoration (any Holiday)
39. Item made Entirely with Duct Tape
40. Item made with Plastic Canvas
41. Jewelry – Barrette
42. Jewelry – Bracelet
43. Jewelry – Earrings
44. Jewelry – Necklace
45. Jewelry – Pin
46. Key Chain
47. Leather Article
48. Model (must be secured to base, no exceptions)
49. Piggy Bank (must be operational)
50. Pin Cushion
51. Purse made by Exhibitor
52. Refrigerator Magnet (magnet must be strong enough to hold itself onto a vertical surface)
53-58 Scrapbook - 1 Page (no binders)
53. Scrapbook - Birthday Theme
54. Scrapbook - Vacation Theme
55. Scrapbook - Holiday Theme
56. Scrapbook - Field Trip *NEW*
57. Scrapbook - 4th of July *NEW*
58. Scrapbook - Family Event *NEW*
59. Fair Themed Poster
60. Shadow Box Collection (maximum 18x18 inches)
61. Stenciled Article
62. Tie-Dyed Shirt
63. Wall Hanging
64. Woven Article
65. Wooden Article
66. Fair Themed Craft
67. Handcrafted Soaps
68. Diamond Dots
69. Rock Painting

DIVISION 3: 14-18 YEARS OF AGE

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

CLASS 1 – CLOTHING

LOT

Apron
Shirt
Button Up Shirt
Clothing Item Made from Fleece
Dress
Pajamas 2 Piece Set
Pants
Shorts
Skirt
Vest
Fashion Accessory
Costume
Tote Bag
Doll Clothes
Decorated Clothing (Applique or Embroidery)
Formal Wear - Party Dress or Suit
Miscellaneous Clothing Item

CLASS 2: SEWING AND NEEDLECRAFT

LOT

Counted Cross Stitch Article
Crochet Crib Blanket
Crochet Blanket
Crochet Baby Set
Crochet Clothing Item
Crochet Home Goods Item
Knitting - Scarf
Knitting - Crib Blanket
Knitting - Blanket
Knitted Clothing Item
Knitted Home Goods Item
Needlework - Embroidery under 15"
Needlework - Embroidery over 15"
Guest Towels Set of 2 (all handmade)
Guest Towels - Set of 2 (purchased-embroidered or applique)
Fleece Item (sewn-no hand tying)
Needle Punched Article
Sewing - Pillow
Sewing - Pillowcases (Set of 2)
Sewing - Placemats (Set of 2)
Sewing - Patriotic Quilt
Sewing - All Other Quilts
Sewing - Sewing - Lap Quilt
Sewing - Quilt for Doll Bed (max size 13"x18")
Pot Holder
Braided Rug
Miscellaneous Home Goods Item

CLASS 3: JAM, JELLY, PRESERVES

Pint or Jelly Jars Only

LOT

1. Apple Jelly
2. Blueberry Jelly
3. Grape Jelly
4. Plum Jelly
5. Blackberry Jam
6. Raspberry Jam
7. Peach Preserves
8. Pear Preserves
9. Strawberry Preserves
10. Fruit Butters

CLASS 4: PICKLES

Pint Jars Only

LOT

Bread & Butter Pickles
Beet Pickles
Dill Pickles
Squash Pickles
Sweet Pickles
Okra Pickles
Peach Pickles
Pepper Pickles

CLASS 5: RELISHES

Pint Jars Only

LOT

1. Green Tomato Relish
2. Pepper Relish
3. Pickle Relish

4. Chow Chow

5. Chili Sauce

6. Salsa

CLASS 6: VEGETABLES

Quart Jars Only

LOT

1. Beets
2. Carrots
3. English Peas
4. Field Peas
5. Green Beans
6. Okra
7. Soup Mixture
8. Tomatoes
9. Tomato Juice

CLASS 7: FRUITS

Quart Jars Only

LOT

1. Apple
2. Applesauce
3. Blackberries
4. Blueberries
5. Cherries
6. Peaches
7. Pears
8. Plums

CLASS 8: RELATED ART & CRAFTS

LOT

1. Bookmark
2. Decorated Mason Jars
3. Artificial Floral Arrangement (centerpiece style)
4. Bird Feeder (must be able to be cleaned out)
5. Bird House made by exhibitor
6. Cell Phone Holder
7-12 - Collection (12 or more items must be mounted - maximum size 18”x18” – no poster board)
7. Collection – Leaves (must be in notebook form)
8. Collection - Miscellaneous
9. Collection - Rocks
10. Collection - Seeds
11. Collection - Shells
12. Collection – Stamps
13. Creative use of a recycled plastic bottle
14. Decorated Bandana
15. Decorated Basket
16. Decorated Flip Flops
17. Decorated Hat
18. Decorated Headband
19. Decorated Item with Rhinestones or Studs
20. Decorated Picture Frame
21. Decorated Pillow Cases (2)
22. Decorated Shirts - Iron-on Transfer
23. Decorated Shirts - Painted
24. Decorated Shirts - Ribbon
25. Decorated Shirts - Sequin Art
26. Decorated Skateboard
27. Decorated Socks
28. Decorated Tote Bag (may use purchased tote bag)
29. Decorated Visor
30. Doll or Toy
31. Door Wreath
32. Fabric Basket or Fabric Lined Basket
33. Handcrafted Greeting Card
34. Handcrafted Basket
35. Handcrafted Candle
36. Item made entirely with Duct Tape
37. Item made with Plastic Canvas
38. Jewelry Box made by exhibitor
39. Jewelry - Barrette
40. Jewelry - Bracelet
41. Jewelry – Earrings
42. Jewelry - Necklace
43. Jewelry - Pin
44. Key Chain
45. Leather Article
46. Model (must be secured to a base, no exceptions)
47. Piggy Bank (must be operational)
48. Pin Cushion
49. Purse made by Exhibitor
50. Refrigerator Magnet (magnet must be strong enough to hold itself onto a vertical surface)
51-56 Scrapbook - 1 Page (no binders)
51. Scrapbook - Birthday Theme
52. Scrapbook - Vacation Theme
53. Scrapbook - Holiday Theme
54. Scrapbook - Field Trip *NEW*
55. Scrapbook - 4th of July *NEW*
56. Scrapbook - Family Event *NEW*
57. Fair Themed Poster
58. Shadow Box Collection (maximum size 18x18 inches)
56. Stenciled Article
57. Tie-Dyed shirt
58. Wall Hanging
59. Woven Article
60. Wooden Article
61. Fair Theme Craft
62. Handcrafted Soaps
63. Diamond Dots
63. Rock Painting

CLASS 9: HOLIDAY CRAFTS

LOT

1. Christmas Door Decoration
2. Christmas Stocking
3. Christmas Tree Ornament (1) NO GLASS
4. Christmas Tree Skirt
5. 4th of July Door Decoration
6. Halloween Trick or Treat Bag
7. Holiday Decoration (any Holiday)
8. Holiday Door Decoration (any Holiday)
9. Thanksgiving Centerpiece

CLASS 10: HERITAGE

(Items representative of YOUR ancestors)

The purpose of this category is to teach students about their history. Therefore, each entry must include a 3x5 index card with information about the item, such as what it is, who owned it, what it is used for, etc. All items must be at least 50 years old.

LOT

1. Clothing
2. Headwear
3. Shoes
4. Jewelry
5. Tools
6. Cooking Implements
7. Toy or Game
8. Other – Not listed above

DIVISION 4: PHOTOGRAPHY

CLASS 1 – 5 - 8 YEARS CLASS 2 – 9 - 13 YEARS CLASS 3 – 14 - 18 YEARS

PREMIUMS: 1st - $12 2nd - $9 3rd - $7

Best of Show Ribbon Awarded in Each Lot

RULES:

All photos must be the original work of the exhibitor.
Exhibitor is limited to one (1) photograph in each lot.
Name, phone number and age of the exhibitor must be on the back upper right, whichever orientation is presented. This is to ensure the photo is entered into the correct class.
Judging will be based on quality, composition, originality and relevance.
All photos must be 8 x 10 and mounted on mat board with a stiff backing. NO poster board.The mat board must be 11 x 14 ONLY with an 8 x 10 opening.All others cannot be entered.
Any color mat will be accepted. No decoration is allowed on mat. NO framed pictures.
Due to limited display space, the same image cannot be entered in both color and black and white.
The management of the Fair reserves the right to refuse any photograph deemed unsuitable for competition and all photographs will be displayed at the discretion of the management of the Fair.
Entries that do not meet requirements may be disqualified for awards.
Any photograph that has previously been entered at this Fair is ineligible to compete.

COLOR – LOTS 1 – 23

People

1. Infant

2. Female (not infant)

3. Male (not infant)

4. Multiple (2 or more)

5. Candid (Not Posed)

Scenic

6. Landscape

7. Waterscape

8. Skyscape (sunsets, clouds, etc.)

9. Weather (snow scene, lightning, thunderstorm, etc.)

10. Cityscape (skyline, traffic, crowds)

Nature

11. Birdlife

12. Insects

13. Pets

14. Plants/Flowers

15. Wildlife

Other

16. Architecture (Building, bridges, etc.)

17. Farm Life (Barns, hay bales, farm animals, tractors or other equipment, etc.)

18. Landmark/Monuments (Local, state, federal, etc.)

19. Special Effects (such as multiple exposure, time lapse, special use of filters, etc.)

20. Sports or Action

21. Transportation (Vehicles, trains, planes, bikes, etc.- tractors included in #17)

22. Still Life (A combination of objects arranged by the photographer in a pleasing composition.)

23. Fair Theme

BLACK & WHITE

LOTS 24 - 29

24. Animals

25. Architecture

26. People

27. Landscape, waterscape or skyscape

28. Still Life (A combination of objects arranged by the photographer in a pleasing composition.)

29. Landmark/Monument

DIVISION 5: 4-H EXHIBITS

Must have been a 4-H member during the 2022-2023 year.
Exhibit must be related to the 4-H member’s 4-H Project (not school or science project).
Exhibits must be registered and assembled on Saturday, August 12, 2023, between 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Class 1 - 4-H Record Book
PREMIUMS: 1st - $50 2nd - $30 3rd - $20 Lot 1 - (Grade 6)
Lot 2 - (Grades 7-8)
Lot 3 - (Grades 9-12)

Class 2 - 4-H Table Top Exhibits
Premiums: 1st - $20 2nd-$15 3rd-$12
Must be free standing and furnish own card table
Lot 1 - (Grades 4-5)
Lot 2 - (Grades 6-8)
Lot 3 - (Grades 9-12)

Class 3 - 4-H POSTERS

Must be a 4-H Member

Lot 1 – 4th-5th Graders

Lot 2 – 6th-8th Graders

Lot 3 – 9th-12th Graders

PREMIUMS: 1st - $12 2nd - $9 3rd - $7

POSTER SIZE: 14” x 22”

LOT

1. Dairy Food Poster

2. General 4-H Poster (4-H Poster Art)

3. 4-H Project Poster

Contact Morgan Beaty or Grace Harville at the 4-H Office for more information: (615)444-9584

DIVISION 6: BAKED PRODUCTS AND THE SWEET SHOP

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

RULES:

All entries in this division must be entered Wednesday, August 16, 2023, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
No purchased mixes may be used. All entries must be made from scratch.
Winning entries must be left for display throughout the Fair.
Entries that do not place will not be displayed.They will be donated to various non-profit organizations.
Entries must be in disposable containers. All other containers become property of the Fair.
All entries become the property of the Fair and will not be returned.

CLASS 1 – 5-8 YEARS OF AGE

LOT

1. Biscuits (3)
2. Brownies - Iced (3)
3. Brownies - Un-iced (3)
4. Candy (3 Servings)
5. Cornbread (3 Servings)
6. Cupcakes - Decorated (3)
7. Muffins (3)
8-11 Pies
8. Custard
9. Fruit
10.Cream with Meringue
11.Chocolate Fudge
12-14 Fried Pies
12. Apple
13. Cherry
14. Peach
15-21 Cookies - Plate of 3
15. Bar
16. Chocolate Chip
17. No Bake
18. Oatmeal
19. Peanut Butter
20. Snickerdoodles
21. Sugar

CLASS 2 – 9-13 YEARS OF AGE

LOT

1. Biscuits (3)
2, Brownies – Iced (3)
3. Brownies - Un-iced (3)
4. Cake - Iced
5. Candy (3 Servings)
6. Candy - Chocolate (3 Servings)
7. Cornbread Muffins or Sticks (3)
8. Cupcakes - Decorated (3)
9. Fruit Cobbler
10. Fudge - Chocolate (3 Servings)
11. Fudge - Peanut Butter (3 Servings)
12. Muffins (3)
13. Sour Dough Bread (1 Loaf or 3 Rolls)
14-17 Pies
14. Custard

15. Fruit

16. Cream with Meringue

17. Chocolate Fudge

18-20 Fried Pies

18.Apple

19.Cherry

20.Peach

21-27 Cookies - Plate of 3

21. Bar

22. Chocolate Chip

23. No Bake

24. Oatmeal

25. Peanut Butter

26. Snickerdoodles

27. Sugar

CLASS 3: 14-18 YEARS OF AGE

LOT

1. Biscuits (3)
2. Brownies – Iced (3)
3. Brownies - Un-iced (3)
4. Cake - Decorated
5. Cake - Iced (2 Layer)
6. Candy (3 Servings)
7. Cupcakes - Decorated (3)
8. Fried Fruit Pies (3)
9. Fruit Cobbler
10. Fudge - Chocolate (3 Servings)
11. Fudge - Peanut Butter (3 Servings)
12. Muffins (3)
13. Sour Dough Bread (1 Loaf or 3 Rolls)
14. Cornbread Muffins or Sticks (3)
15. Yeast Bread (1 Loaf or 3 Rolls)
16-19 Pies
16. Custard

17. Fruit

18. Cream with Meringue

19. Chocolate Fudge

20-22 Fried Pies

20.Apple

21.Cherry

22.Peach

23-29 Cookies - Plate of 3

23. Bar

24. Chocolate Chip

25. No Bake

26. Oatmeal

27. Peanut Butter

28. Snickerdoodles

29. Sugar

DIVISION 7:PLANTS

(Flowers and Herbs)

CLASS 1 – 5 - 8 YEARS CLASS 2 – 9 - 13 YEARS CLASS 3 – 14 - 18 YEARS

PREMIUMS: 1st - $12 2nd - $9 3rd - $7

All entries in this division must be entered Wednesday, August 16, 2023, between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Lots 1-9 are for specimens only (only 1 stem per entry).
Bud Vases will be provided.All other containers become property of the Fair and will not be returned.
All flowers must be in plastic pots only, 12 in. across or less, and no taller than 36”.

LOT

1. 1 Cut Miniature Rose
2. 1 Cut Rose
3. Dahlia
4. Marigold – Large over 2”
5. Marigold – Small under 2”
6. Mixed Arrangement (5 kinds of flowers)
7. Other Cut Flowers – (3 of a kind)
8. Petunia
9. Sunflower (5" across or less – petal to petal)
10. Zinnia – Large over 2”
11. Zinnia – Small under 2”
12. African Violets
13. Blooming Geranium in Pot
14. Mixed Flowers grown in a Pot (3 or more kinds)
15. Plants Growing for Blooms (Hanging Baskets, etc.)
16. Plants Growing for Foliage (Coleus, Fern, Potato Vine, etc.)
17. Terrarium
18. Parsley in a pot
19. Sage in a pot
20. Rosemary in a pot
21. Thyme in a pot
22. Dill in a pot
23. Cilantro in a pot *NEW*
24. Oregano in a pot *NEW*
25. Mint in a pot *NEW*
26. Aloe in a pot (10"max) *NEW*
27. Lavender in a pot
28. Wildflower Arrangement