Master DIY Competition Book 2017

2017

Competitions

DIY DESIGN STUDIO

Deadline fees awards

Entry forms must be received by Entry Fees are • Ribbons will be awarded to 1st, 2nd
and 3rd place winners.
Tuesday, May 16, 2017 $2.00 Unless otherwise stated
$5.00 Christmas Tree Decorating Contest • Best of Show Rosette and $165.00
All entry forms are needed prior to dropping premium awarded to one winner
off your entry, no exceptions. (No Entry Fee for Make A Child Smile) chosen from all first place winners
A $25.00 penalty will be assessed for in each division, except Photography,
delivery returned checks. Costumer’s Guild West Authentic Cos-
tume and Help a Child Smile. See
Deliver your items to DIY Design Studio pick up specific competition information for
at the LA County Fair on those divisions.
Pick up will be at the same location as
Saturday, June 3, 2017 drop off, and must be picked up on • These awards are granted at the dis-
from 8:00am - 5:00pm cretion of the judges.
Wed., September 27, 2017
Enter through Gate 1. No entries will be from 8:00am - 7:00pm judging
accepted after 5pm.
If entries are not picked up they will be donated The Danish System of Judging is used in
OR to charity. the DIY Design Studio unless otherwise
stated. The judging process is based
If you are mailing your entries via UPS, display upon established standards of quality
they must be received by policy for each type of product. In this sys-
tem, each exhibit is judged according
Thurs., June 1, 2017 The LA County Fair reserves the right to how well it meets those standards
by 4:00pm to limit items for display to the facilities rather than how it compares with the
available. All entries will be on display. other exhibits. Judges shall avoid un-
Please include a duplicate copy of your entry The Fair assumes total design control necessary fraternization with exhibi-
form with your shipment. over the presentation of exhibits. The tors. No person shall be allowed, under
design staff shall determine location any circumstances, to interfere with the
LA County Fair / DIY Design Studio and placement of exhibits. No exhibit judge, or judges, during their adjudica-
1101 W. McKinley Ave. changes will be made after the items tions, or with the Fair’s staff, or to offer
Pomona, CA 91768 are on display. any criticism of any exhibit of another.
All reasonable care will be taken NO JUDGING INFORMATION WILL BE
visit in handling and displaying exhibits, GIVEN BY TELEPHONE OR MAIL. The
but the LA County Fair assumes no judges may award first, second, third
Visit your entries on display from responsibility for loss or damage place, etc., according to merit. If with-
whatsoever the cause. Submitting an out merit, the judges shall make no
September 1-24, 2017 exhibit implies acceptance of this rule. award under any circumstances. This
If insurance is desired, the exhibitor rule applies whether there are one or
Closed Mondays (except Labor Day) & Tuesdays must carry it. more exhibits in the class. THE JUDGES
DECISIONS SHALL BE FINAL.
divisions
Amy Pond-Cirelli OR Chris Stoner-Meyer
Please refer to the following pages for Competition Attractions Supervisor DIY Coordinator
more information on our divisions. 909-865-4232
909-865-4043
QUESTIONS? [email protected] [email protected]

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Hand Painted China

Division 2401

Class 1- Hand Painted China, any (limit 12 entries)

Polymer Clay

Division 2403

Polymer (Plastic Based Clay)
Oven-baked or air-cured brand names (FIMO, Ovencraft, Sculpey, Primo, Kato, etc.).
Does not include Papier Maché, casting resins or plaster products. Includes, but is not
limited to, beads & buttons, jewelry, embellishments, masks, and household items.
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Mosaics

Division 2408

 Exhibits to be hung must have chain attached for hanging according to size and weight.
 All oversize or heavy entries must be approved for display, due to limited space.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Stained Glass

Division 2409

 Exhibits to be hung must have chain attached for hanging according to size and weight.
 All oversize or heavy entries must be approved for display, due to limited space.
 Includes; copper foil, lead cane, and fused glass.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Toys

Division 2410

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Wood

Division 2412

Division includes, but is not limited to, carving, relief, wood sculpture, whittled piece,
driftwood, kit, inlaid, scroll, intarsia, lathe, etc.
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Gourd Art

Division 2414

Includes, but is not limited to, pyro engraving (wood burning) carving, painting, dyeing,
mixed technique, special embellishments, etc.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Pumpkin Decorating

Division 2415

 All pumpkins MUST be artificial.
 No electrical will be provided. No candles permitted; unless they are battery operated

(Fairplex is not responsible for changing out batteries).

Class 1- Any (limit 1 entry)

Paper Arts

Division 2416

(Limit 12 entries per class)
Class 1- S c r a p b o o k i n g
Class 2- C a r d s & I n v i t a t i o n s
Class 3 - P l a n n e r s
Class 4 - R u b b e r S t a m p i n g
Class 5 - M i x e d M e d i a
Class 6 - O t h e r

Anime Drawings

Division 2417

(Limit 12 entries per class)

Class 1- Hand Drawn
Class 2- Computer Generated

Pencil Art

Division 2418

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Crafts, other than listed

Division 2419

(Limit 12 entries per class)

Class 1- Miniature Houses and other Structures, any
 Base must not exceed 36” x 48”
 All loose pieces (furniture, etc.) must be secured.

Class 2- Metal Craft, any
Class 3- Egg Art, any (egg stands must be provided by exhibitor and stands must be

labeled with exhibitor’s name)
Class 4- Basket Weaving, any
Class 5- Wreaths, any
Class 6- Other

Beadwork

Division 2420

(Limit 12 entries per class)

Class 1- Any, other than jewelry

Decorative Painting

Division 2422 (novice artist) · Division 2423 (senior artist)

Due to limited display space we can accept only one entry per class

in these two divisions.

Definitions

Novice: Beginners, students or hobbyists who have painted for less than three (3) years.

Senior Artist: Advanced students or hobbyists who are knowledgeable in the art and have
painted for more than three (3) years. They cannot be in a professional teacher’s
organization, have a resale license, or sell finished work on a regular basis.

Class 1- Decorative Painting/Tole Art: Tole painting was originally defined as painting on
tin. The current, broader definition is called decorative painting, and allows the use of any
surface such as wood, glass, porcelain, tin, stoneware, canvas, etc. It is an adverse art
form wherein it is an expression of color, subject matter and craftsmanship.

Class 2- Folk Art: Oil or acrylic – Folk Art is a style that reflects art forms from the Old
World, and requires skills and techniques that separate it from primitive art. It varies from
flowing scrolls to graceful florals.

Class 3- Rosemaling, Bauernmalerei & Stroke Work: Oil or acrylic – These are a type of
decoration made up of strokes and stylized flowers painted with blended colors and fine
outlines and/or liner work.

Class 4- Realistic: Oil or acrylic – Realistic Art is a style that represents things as they
really are. This type is a rendering of the precise details of things, scenes or florals.

Class 5- Primitive: Oil or acrylic – This style imitates the simplistic by either lacking details
or utilizing crude qualities like that of Early America.

Class 6- Whimsical: Oil or acrylic - Fun, cute, stylized or character pieces that don’t fit any
other classes.

Class 7- Fabric Painting: Oil, acrylic or fabric dyes – Fabric Painting must be rendered on
fabric. If painted on clothing please see Wearable Art Division 2310 in Clothing & Textiles.

Class 8- Water color: Water color will be judged on appearance, difficulty and originality
only.

CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING CONTEST

Entry Fee - $5.00

Division 2513

Class
Class #1 – Handmade Decorations
Class #2 – Purchased Decorations

Judging – The American System of Judging will be used for the Christmas Tree Decorating
Contest. This judging process ranks exhibitors against one another and gives one first, second and
third place award in each class.

Awards
Best of Show – Rosette & $165.00

1st – Ribbon
2nd – Ribbon
3rd – Ribbon
*The best of show award may be given as warranted at the discretion of the judges.

Contest Rules

1. Decorate Trees – Tree decorating will be between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2017 only,
no exceptions.

2. Return of Items – Tree decorations are to be removed on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 between 8
a.m. and 7 p.m., no exceptions.

3. ADULTS ONLY. Exhibitors limited to one entry only. Entries are accepted on a first come, first
served basis. Limited space available, so be sure to get your entry form in early. Exhibitors will be
notified via e-mail by May 23rd, if not sooner, if accepted.

4. Artificial Christmas trees that are four feet tall will be provided.
5. Miniature and small (UL approved) decorative lights must be used on all trees. Fair will provide

extension cords for display purposes only. Exhibitor to provide extension cord for decorating on
Saturday, June 3.
6. Handmade Decorations: Ornaments, decorations and tree skirt must be 75% handmade by exhibitor.
Purchased Decorations: Ornaments, decorations and tree skirt may be hand embellished

Criteria for judging Christmas Trees

Originality of Christmas theme….............................................40 pts
Continuity and harmony of design…........................................35 pts
Impact (Overall appearance)……….………………………….....25 pts

TOTAL………………………….………………………………..100 pts

CLOTHING & TEXTILES

Clothing

Division 2303

Class 1- Sewing, any (limit 12 entries)

Textiles

Division 2305

Class 1- Sewing, any, other than clothing (limit 12 entries)

Handmade Purses

Division 2307

The entire purse must be made by exhibitor
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Embellished
Ready-Made Clothing & Accessories

Division 2309

Judged on embellished work only
Class includes, but is not limited to, appliqué, embroidery, fabric painting,
beading, knit or crochet, ribbon embroidery, combination of techniques, wet
felting, needle felting, etc.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Wearable Art

Division 2310

Wearable Art is the making of individually designed pieces of usually hand-made
clothing as artistic expressions from metal, beads, found material or adding
unique and stylish touches or dying and/or painting virgin fabric. A few artists
make their own fabrics, for example, on looms. Exhibitor must have created at
least 75% of the finished item.
Class includes, but is not limited to, quilted items, needle felting, hand dyed, hand
painted, recycled, etc.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Free Motion Machine
Embroidery

Division 2311

This is a free motion technique involving the use of a sewing machine used
as a creative tool, without the aid of the feed dogs or pressure feet. It
includes the darning foot when used in conjunction with free motion. All
judging will be limited to yarns, threads or other types of string that can be
applied through the eye of a sewing machine needle, with a sewing
machine needle or on the bobbin using the free motion technique. Any
embellishment that requires application by hand without concurrent use of
the sewing machine needle and the absence of the feed dogs will not be
judged in this category and therefore will bear no influence on the decision
of the judges. Free motion use of automatic stitches that are a built-in
function of the sewing machine are accepted as long as the use of the
pressure foot and feed dogs are not employed. The term “sewing machine
as a creative tool” refers only to domestic sewing machines. The term
excludes all commercial sewing and monogramming machines.

Special Rules:

 Very small items must be mounted on a sturdy background.
 Pillows must be stuffed or use a pillow form.
 All hanging articles must be ready for hanging.
 Garments must be clean and completely finished.
 All quilts and rugs must be completed and ready for use.
 This includes home accessories, fashion accessories, millinery, greeting

cards, jewelry, shoes, slippers, Christmas ornaments, linen for the bedroom
and table linens.

Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Wedding Attire & Accessories

Division 2313

Sewing Only (includes wedding dresses, head pieces, ring pillows, etc.)
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Cosplay

Division 2314

 Due to space restrictions we can only accept one (1) entry per entrant.
 All costumes should be completed at the time of entering; unfinished costumes will

not be eligible for submission.
 Do not mail in submission requirements. They must be brought with your entry on

Saturday, June 3.

Submission requirements
Class 1 - Re-creation
-Reference photo: This should be a clear photo/screenshot/etc. that shows the original
source material the costume is based on.
-High-resolution photo of completed costume either worn or displayed, this should be
the best representation of your finished costume.
Class 2 - Original design
-Sketch/concept/inspiration: We love original designs, please show us how you came up
with the idea for your design by submitting a sketch, description, or inspiration board.
You may include a brief description along with any images.
-High-resolution photo of completed costume either worn or displayed, this should be
the best representation of your finished costume.

If desired, entrants may also submit work in progress photos, details about techniques
used, design elements, details etc., anything you feel the judges may be interested in
knowing about the way you made your costume.

Judging Criteria

-Costumes should be your own original construction, if your costume includes items that
are store bought those items must show significant modification (does not include
footwear/jewelry).

-Contestants will be judged on the following criteria:

-Craftsmanship: Construction and presentation are important, judges will award points
for neatness, skill, artistry, and handiwork.

-Creativity: Innovative use of materials is an essential part of cosplay; judges will be
looking for thoughtful and inventive techniques.

-Use of materials: Judges will be paying close attention to fabrics and materials used in
each costume. Are they appropriate for the type of garment/application? Do they
portray the original concept in the final garment?

In addition, if your costume is a re-creation:

-Accuracy: How well did the contestant translate the source material into a real-life
costume? Judges will be referencing submitted reference photos for each entry.

COSTUMER’S GUILD WEST, Inc. AUTHENTIC COSTUME

Division 2300

AWARDS
Based upon the Group or Danish judging system, Best in Show & all
1st places will be awarded a CGW Membership. Additional awards of Costume College
scholarships will be awarded at the discretion of the selection committee.

RULES

 Entry must have been completed since July 1st, 2016 Note that completion date
does not affect the start date of an item.

 Each entrant may only submit one costume for the Costumer’s Guild West
Authentic Costume Division.

 If the judges feel that a costume has been entered in the wrong category, they
reserve the right to move it to a more appropriate category.

 All entries must include the following documentation, which will not be returned.
Any entry without required documentation may be disqualified
 A 4x6 or 8x10 photo of the costume being worn, including all accessories.
 An essay describing the character, inspiration, or historical context of the
costume.
 Optional additional documentation can include design elements,
description of techniques used, photos of construction in progress,
photos of finished costume in use, and anything you’d like to bring to the
judge’s attention.

Class 1 – Original or Reproduction Science Fiction/Fantasy/Anime/Manga/Video Game

Class 2 – Theatrical: Costumes designed for the stage or screen. Documentation should explain any technique that is
specific to distance or film viewing.

Class 3 - Historical Interpretation: Fabrics and sewing techniques need not be historically accurate, but should attempt to
look historical, creating the “effect” of the historical period, rather than reproducing an authentic garment.

Class 4- Historical Reproduction (garment that could have been worn in chosen period): Fabrics must be as historically
accurate as possible with available modern textiles. Visible (both inside and
outside) sewing and finishing techniques must be historically accurate, but hand-sewing the
complete garment is not required. Historical under-
garments required to create the accurate historical look should be noted in
documentation or included with entry.

Costumer’s Guild West, Inc., a non-profit Southern California costuming and education
group, welcomes all types of costumers, whether professional or hobbyist, novice or master.
www.costumersguild.org
Costume College® is a one-weekend educational conference on all subjects relating to
costuming and clothing. www.costumecollege.net

HELP A CHILD SMILE

Division 2390
(Limit 12 entries per class)

Awards
Best of Show – Rosette & $165.00

1st – Rosette
2nd – Rosette
3rd – Rosette
*The best of show award may be given as warranted at the discretion of the

judges.
All exhibitors receive Participant Ribbons, mailed after Fair.

All entries should be soft, cuddly and new.

Make a soft animal, doll or teddy bear which will become the property of LACF, and will
be distributed to the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center. For over 15 years, the LA
County Fair has donated “friends” to the Pomona Valley Hospital. Through the
hospital’s Social Services Program, pediatric surgical patients are united with a new
“friend” (stuffed animal, doll or toy) to help them through difficult times. Sharing your
talents and providing a child with a smile is truly a gift from your heart, as these
programs are fully dependent on donations from the public.

Class 1- Animal, stuffed
Class 2- Doll
Class 3- Teddy Bear
Class 4- New, purchased stuffed animal, teddy bear or doll

Class 4 items will not be judged, but will be accepted as a donation only for this project.

JEWELRY

Metal Work Jewelry

Division 2431

 All jewelry should be mounted on cardboard.
 Deliver items in a plastic bag.
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Wire Work Jewelry

Division 2432

 All jewelry should be mounted on cardboard.
 Deliver items in a plastic bag.
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

Beadwork Jewelry

Division 2433

 All jewelry should be mounted on cardboard.
 Deliver items in a plastic bag.
Class 1- Any (limit 12 entries)

NEEDLE ART

Crocheted Clothing

Division 2316

Includes, but is not limited to, beret, bonnet, hat, cap, booties, christening outfit, set
(neck scarf & cap, etc.), multi-piece outfit, slippers, sweaters (adult & child), wrap,
purse, bag, backpack, etc.

Class 1-Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Crocheted Afghans & Articles

Division 2321

Includes, but is not limited to, crocheted afghans, any size, (ripple design, granny
squares, original design, lap, holiday, filet design, bedspread, multiple stitch,
square or circle design, etc.) and crocheted articles (pillow, doily, tablecloth, bath
accessories, kitchen accessories, etc.)
Class 1-Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hand Spinning

Division 2326
 On a 3”x 5” card list the intended use of yarn and fiber content.
 Skeins to be a minimum of 60 yards tied in at least three (3) places to allow judge to

open and examine skein.

 Skeins should be washed and set.
 Class includes, but is not limited to, wool, cotton, silk, blended, angora, etc.

Class 1-Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hand Spun/Finished Article

Division 2327

Includes, but is not limited to, 50% or more angora, 100% handspun, (used in weaving,
knitting or crocheting), at least 50% handspun etc.

Class 1-Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Machine Knit

Division 2331

Includes, but is not limited to, infant wear, children’s wear, adult clothing, ensemble,
scarf, purse, afghans, baby blankets, holiday, etc.

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hand Knitted Clothing

Division 2336

Includes, but is not limited to, adult or infant/child size hat or cap, dress or christening
outfit, sweater, mittens or gloves, booties or slippers, multi piece outfit, scarf, vest, wrap,
coat, sweater, jacket, socks, fisherman, entrelac, log cabin, modular, fair isle, intarsia,
etc.

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Felting

Division 2337

Includes but is not limited to, purse, bag, tote, backpack, slippers, hat, jewelry, animal,
flowers, etc.
Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hand Knitted Afghans & Articles

Division 2341

Includes, but is not limited to, infant or child afghans, fisherman, sampler, interlock, fair
isle, original design, all accessories etc.
Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Free Form Knitting or Crocheting

Division 2350

Class includes, but is not limited to, clothing, purse, accessories, etc.

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Definitions of Techniques

COUNTED THREAD: A term for embroidery worked on an even-weave fabric
whose threads can be counted.

COUNTED CROSS STITCH: Cross stitches worked on an even-weave fabric. Cross
stitch may be done with many stitches, but generally are counted.

BLACKWORK: Small geometric pattern usually worked in black thread on even-weave
fabric.
DRAWN FABRIC, PULLED THREAD, PULLED WORK: Threads of fabric are pulled
aside or removed, leaving holes that form a pattern.

HARDANGER: A Norwegian embroidery technique, worked on even-weave fabric
which may include linen, cotton or mixed fiber known as hardanger. It consists of
rectangular groups of satin stitches, known as “kloster” and blocks arranged in patterns
of squares and rectangles to outline the cut spaces.

NEEDLEPOINT: A canvas embroidery or canvas work. Embroidery worked on a
canvas background, whose stitches usually cover the entire surface and are usually, but
not always, worked in wool.

PETIT POINT: Needlepoint that is 18 or more stitches per inch.

STITCHERY: Fabric embroidery, a term for embroidery worked on non-countable fabric.

CREWEL EMBROIDERY: Any embroidery worked with Crewel Wool usually on a plain
weave linen background; however other uncounted fabrics can be used.

STAMPED FABRIC EMBROIDERY: A term for fabric that is pre-stamped with a design
and then embroidered.

Cross Stitch

Division 2351

Cross stitch of any size includes, but is not limited to, animals or birds, floral or fruit,
child’s theme, holiday, scenic, announcement, prayer or poem, portrait/people,
sampler/motto, linen, child’s room, afghans, pillows, stockings, stamped, etc.

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Brazilian Embroidery

Division 2355

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hand Embroidery

Division 2356

Includes all embroidery ethnic, or otherwise.
Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Needle Point & Petit Point

Division 2361

The Helen Brooks Petit Point Memorial Award will be offered in Division 2361.
The recipient of this award will receive a certificate and $50.00. To be eligible for this
award the entry must be a petit point of 22 or more threads per inch in the background
fabric, stitched over one thread (22 stitches or more).

Includes, but is not limited to, pictures, counted chart design, pillow, bargello, Christmas
stocking, petit point, any household items, etc.

Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Lace

Division 2366

 Using size 20 thread or finer.
 Class includes, but is not limited to, broomstick lace, bobbin lace, straight lace,

crochet centerpiece, crochet table runner, crochet cloth, crochet doily, filet crochet,
knit lace, tatting, hardanger, etc.
Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Hooked

Division 2371

 Rugs must not exceed 6 feet in width and 9 feet in length.
 Round rugs shall not exceed 9 feet in diameter.
 Since workmanship is of major importance in judging, both sides of the rug must be

available for inspection. Lined rugs will be accepted only if lining can be turned back
from two (2) edges.
 Class includes, but is not limited to, wall hanging, pillow, rugs, etc.
Class 1- Any, specify (limit 12 entries)

Dolls & Doll Clothing

Division 2386

 All dolls must be dressed in outfits.
 For doll outfits - clothing may be on a doll, judged on clothing only.
 For doll entries to be judged on doll only, you must specify on entry form.
 Exhibitor may enter any doll and/or any doll outfit into this division.

Class 1- Any doll and/or doll outfit, specify on entry form (limit 12 entries)

PHOTOGRAPHY

Traditional Photography

Division 2610

 Due to space restrictions we can only accept one (1) entry per entrant.
 Be sure all entries are framed and ready to be hung (must have sturdy hardware and

be wired) in black frames only. If you have matted your photograph, all matting
should be in white. No sawtooth hangers or spring clip frames please.
 Maximum size for photographs is 11”x17”, not including the frame.
 Color, black and white, sepia and digitally enhanced photos will all be accepted.

Awards

1st, 2nd, 3rd Ribbons

Best of Class

Rosette & $165.00
At the discretion of the judges, there may be one Best of Class winner

chosen from all first place winners in each class.

Class 1 – People
Class 2 – Children/Families
Class 3 – Landscape
Class 4 – Seascape
Class 5 – Architecture/Urban Scene
Class 6 – Plants
Class 7 – Animals/Sea Life/Insects
Class 8 – Special Effects/Computer Manipulated
Class 9 – Other, specify

Let’s Take a Selfie
Division 2611

Class 1 – Any

 Due to space restrictions we can only accept one (1) entry per entrant.
 Selfie should be 4” x 6” and not be framed.
 Color, black and white, sepia and digitally enhanced photos will all be accepted.
 Selfies will not be returned to entrants and ribbons will be mailed.

Awards
1st, 2nd, 3rd Ribbons

Best of Show
Rosette & $165.00
The Best of Show winner is chosen from all first place winners in the division.

Criteria for Judging All Photography Divisions
Creativity ……………………………………..... 30%
Exposure (focus/sharpness)……………………. 30%
Level of Difficulty (stills or photos in motion)...20%
Overall Effect……….……………………………20%
TOTAL…………………………………………...100%

POTTERY

 You may enter up to 3 items per class.
 Classes 1-26: Ceramic work must be finished with one or more of the following:

glazes, under glazes, over glazes, oxides or stains which must be fired on.
 Any firing method is acceptable.
 Entries must be clay. Plaster or hydra-cal will not be accepted.

Wheel Thrown

Division 2405

(Any glazes, oxides, etc. must be fired on the piece)

Class
1- Bowl
2- Vase
3- Container, no lid (jar, jug, pitcher)
4- Container, with lid (jar, casserole, box)
5- Teapot
6- Mugs/Teabowls, pair
7- Ornament for table, shelf or wall
8- Planter for table or wall hanging
9- Plate or Platter
10- Other than listed, specify

Hand Built (No Molds)

Division 2405

(Any glazes, oxides, etc. must be fired on the piece)

Class 20- Whimsical creatures, animals
11- Container, no lid (jar, jug, pitcher) 21- Buildings, any style
12- Vase 22- Wind chimes, mobiles
13- Bowl 23-Two to four related items, specify
14- Container, with lid (boxes) 24- Other than listed, specify
15- Teapot 25- Combination wheel and hand built,
16- Mask
17- Ornament for table, shelf or wall stained or glazed (no molds), any style
18- Plate or Platter 26- Painted Ceramics, wheel or hand
19- Planter for table, wall or hanging
built (no molds), any article

Sculpture

Division 2405

Class
2 7 - Human, realistic
28- Human, whimsical
29- Human, stylized
30- Human, bust only
31- Animal, realistic
32- Animal, whimsical

Low Fire

Division 2415

This division is intended for ceramic work that has been glaze
fired at least once at cone 05 or lower.

Class
1- Slip cast or molded, ornamental
2- Slip cast or molded, functional
3- Handbuilt, ornamental
4- Handbuilt, functional
5- Wheel thrown, ornamental
6- Wheel thrown, functional

QUILTING

Reminders
Crib Size: 50”x 40”
Twin Size: Typical size is 72”x 96” or smaller.
Full Size: Typical size is 81”x 96” or larger.
Wall Quilt: A quilt designed to hang on the wall.
Each side of Quilt is 60” or less.
You may enter 12 items per class.

Hand-Quilted

Division 2345
Traditional Quilt

Pieced, hand-quilted- Based on well-established or customary design.
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 1- Traditional Quilt, Any, specify

Miniature Quilt

Hand-quilted- Each side of the quilt is 18” or less. A miniature quilt is typically a very
small version of a bed-size quilt.
* Includes; pieced, applique & mixed technique.
Class 2- Miniature Quilt, Any, specify

Mixed Technique

Hand-quilted- A combination of two (2) techniques, 50% of each technique. If more
than two (2) techniques are used, each technique should be equal.
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 3- Mixed Technique, Any, specify

Hand Appliqué

Hand-quilted
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 4- Hand Appliqué, Any, specify

Machine Appliqué

Hand-quilted
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 5- Machine Appliqué, Any, specify

Embroidered Hand-Quilted

* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 6- Embroidered Hand-Quilted, Any, specify

Machine-Quilted

Division 2346

Traditional Quilt

Pieced, Machine quilted

If a long arm machine was used for finishing, please see long arm technique
division.
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 1- Traditional Quilt, Any, specify

Miniature Quilt

Machine quilted

If a long arm machine was used for finishing, please see long arm technique
division.
*Each side of the quilt is 18” or less. A miniature quilt is typically a very small version of
a bed size quilt.
* Includes; pieced, appliqué, and mixes techniques.
Class 2- Miniature Quilt, Any, specify

Mixed Technique

Machine quilted

If a long arm machine was used for finishing, please see long arm technique
division.
 A combination of two (2) techniques, 50% of each technique.
 If more than two (2) techniques are used, each technique should be equal.
 Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 3- Mixed Technique, Any, specify

Hand Appliqué

Machine quilted

If a long arm machine was used for finishing, please see long arm technique
division.
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 4- Hand Appliqué, Any, specify

Machine Appliqué

Machine quilted

If a long arm machine was used for finishing, please see long arm technique
division.
* Includes; crib size, twin size, full size and wall quilt.
Class 5- Machine Appliqué, Any, specify

Embroidery

Class 6- Any size

Long Arm Technique

Division 2347

Long Arm Technique

Self-quilted
A long arm machine was used and you did the work yourself.
Class 1- Any size

Long Arm Technique

Your quilt was professionally quilted
You made the top quilt and had your quilt professionally quilted.
Class 2- Any size

Innovative Quilts

Division 2348

Any size quilt

Innovative quilts extend beyond traditional disciplines and exercise progressive
independence and originality in theory, design, color or technique.
Class 1- (pieced, applique, mixed technique) – Any, specify

Group Quilts

Two (2) or more people

Division 2370

Class 1- (crib size, twin size, full size, wall quilt) - Any, specify

Quilted Articles

Division 2375

 Includes single garment, pillow, table runner, holiday, household items, etc.
Class 1- Any, specify
For jackets and vests see Clothing & Textiles, Wearable Art Division 2310

DIY ENTRY FORM

$5.00 Christmas Tree Contest Entry Fee $2.00 Entry Fee For All Other Competitions
Entry form must be received on or before May 16, 2017

Leave Division Class Name of Contest(s) Entered Entry
Blank Number Number Fee

Please make check or money order for entry fees payable to: LA County Fair

DO NOT SEND CASH Total Amount Enclosed $___________

PRINT OR TYPE INFORMATION BELOW (ONLY ONE NAME PER ENTRY FORM). This form may be photocopied.

Name __________________________________________________________________________

Last First Middle Initial

Address City State____Zip________

Phone(____)____________________________Email______________________________________

By submitting this entry I have read, understand and agree to abide by all entry rules.

Signature_______________________________________

Mail entry form and fees to: LA County Fair/ DIY Design Studio Attn: Competition Entries

1101 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona, CA 91768

Questions? Please contact Amy Pond-Cirelli at (909) 865-4043 or [email protected]

Chris Stoner-Meyer at (909) 865-4232 or [email protected]

For office use only: Exhibitor #_________

DIY

Entry Rules

1. Entry form must be legible and complete with fees in order to be accepted.
2. There are no refunds of entry fee. See competition or contest for individual entry fee.
3. Receipt of entry form will not be acknowledged, except for contests. Please include

entry fee with the entry form. Entry forms received without the entry fee will be returned.
4. You must be 18 years or older to enter, unless otherwise stated.
5. If exhibitors are under 18 and would like to enter their DIY projects at the fair, visit

www.lacf.com/competitions for information on America’s Kids Competitions.
6. Entries accepted from INDIVIDUALS ONLY, unless otherwise stated.
7. All articles entered must be the handiwork of the exhibitor. If, in the opinion of

management, an article had previously been entered, the Fair reserves the right to
withhold the item from judging and display. Items can only be entered in the LA County
Fair once.
8. Only items listed and described on the entry form will be accepted for judging.
9. Delivery of all entries is on Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. only. If you are
unable to drop off your entry at this time you may send someone in your place or mail
your item via UPS. All mailed entries must arrive by 4 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2017.
10. Fairplex will not be responsible for returning display hardware i.e. hangers, jewelry
stands etc.
11. Articles that are stained or soiled or articles showing obvious signs of wear or use will
be disqualified. Fair reserves the right to reject any exhibit or entry, if there is anything
objectionable, unsuitable, or requires more space than can be given, or is in conflict with
exhibit requirements.
12. All articles must not exceed 25 pounds, have sturdy hardware and be ready to hang.
Articles designed for hanging that are not so-equipped will be displayed in a manner
deemed appropriate by the Fair.
13. In classes calling for “any, specify” or “other than listed, specify” be sure to indicate on
the entry form the type of item being entered.
14. Identification tags will be issued for all items entered and exhibitors will be given a claim
check for each item.
15. Fairplex will not be liable for any entry.
16. Pick up of all entries is on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. only.
If you are unable to pick up your entry at this time you may send someone in your place.
Claim checks are required. If entries are not picked up then they will be donated to
charity.

17. No person shall be an exhibitor or sign the entry form as an agent at the LA County Fair
in any department if they are a manager, director, association member, department
head, or paid employee.

18. The Los Angeles County Fair Association reserves the right to amend and add to these
rules and empowers the Executive Committee with the final and absolute right to
interpret all rules and regulations and arbitrarily settle and determine all matters,
questions and differences in regard thereto.

19. The LA County Fair pays premiums ONLY in those divisions and/or classes specifically
listed. Premium checks will be mailed within six (6) weeks following the close of the LA
County Fair. The LA County Fair is not responsible for redemption of premiums.

20. Any exhibitor who wins over $600.00 dollars or more in premiums or prizes must
complete a W-9 form before checks are distributed in compliance with IRS regulations.
A 1099 MISC will be issued to those exhibitors.

21. UPS RETURN INFORMATION:
a. Exhibitors who send articles to the Fair and wish to have them returned via UPS
must enclose a check for $20.00 with their entry form and indicate that it is for a UPS
return.
b. Articles will be returned by October 31, 2017.
c. Breakable, fragile or extremely heavy articles will NOT be returned by UPS; such
items MUST be picked up.
d. Size of the item must not exceed 130 inches in length and girth combined.
e. Proper packaging materials MUST accompany all exhibits that are to be shipped
back.