Homecraft

Updated for 2023

Rules and Regulations for Exhibit Hall Classes

These rules and regulations apply to Classes 38-44 inclusive, including lettered classes.
All general rules and regulations apply to Exhibit Hall Classes.
In all articles of manufacture, grain, seeds, and produce, no person shall enter in the same class more than one article of each kind, which must be their own manufacture or growth.
All vegetables to be grown in 2023. All fruits, etc. must be correctly named on each exhibit.
Exhibit Hall Drop-off and Pick-up Schedule - Exhibit Hall entries will be accepted on Wednesday and Thursday before Labour Day, Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Judging of hall exhibits will commence at 2 p.m. Thursday. The Hall will be open for viewing by visitors Friday, Saturday & Sunday. The Exhibit Hall will close Sunday at 5 p.m. to prepare for the removal of exhibits at 5:15 p.m. One helper only is allowed. Exhibits may not be removed prior to this time. All exhibitors are responsible for picking up their goods in a timely fashion. The Exhibit Hall will close at 6 p.m. Sunday. This schedule is subject to change. All updates will be posted to our website, kinmountfair.net.

Tips for Exhibit Hall Classes

To avoid line-ups and delays, please make every effort to pre-register your exhibits online at kinmountfair.net or with the fair board Secretary by Tuesday, August 29, 2023. A physical entry form is available online to print and send in.
Entries can be mailed to: Kinmount Fair, 3174 Cty Rd 121, Burnt River, ON K0M 1C0
Entry tags will not be mailed back for any entries received after Friday, August 25, 2023. These entries will be available for pick-up at the exhibit hall.
The busiest time for receiving entries is Thursday between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Try to come on Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning to avoid delays and line-ups. Make sure your entry tags have your name on them before putting your exhibits on display!
If you have difficulty determining the Class and/or Section numbers to use for your entries, don’t hesitate to consult with the exhibit hall staff. They are there to help make the process easier for everyone!

OAAS Competitions

The 1^st place entries for all sections that are Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) competitions are eligible for entry in the District 4 competition held in the fall. Full rules and judging standards for OAAS District and Provincial Competitions can be found at https://ontarioagsocieties.com/convention/district-and-provincial-competition-rules.

Rules for all Homecraft Division Classes

All Exhibit Hall rules and regulations apply. See above.
In all of the Homecraft Division Classes (41 to 44 inclusive, including lettered classes), all entries must be home manufactured by the exhibitor.
Photography exhibits will ONLY be accepted in advance, online. See Class 44D - Photography for details.

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Rules for Classes 41, 41A

All pies and cakes made with commercial mixes or fillings will be disqualified.
All icing must be edible.
Exhibits to be shown on a plate of reasonable size, without plastic wrap.
Paper cups are to be left on cupcakes, none on muffins.

Baking

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Baking Assortment Tray of Sweets - 3 of 3 different sweets Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10, others: $0
2.	Tea Biscuits, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
3.	Bran Muffins, 3 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
4.	Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins, 3 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
5.	Muffins, any fruit, named, 3 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
6.	Zucchini Loaf Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
7.	Banana Loaf Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
8.	Dinner Rolls, 6 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
9.	Bread, any variety, named, 1 loaf Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
10.	Bread, machine made, 1 loaf Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
11.	8" square cake, iced, any variety Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
14.	OAAS Butter Tarts competition, plain, 6 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
12.	Baked Pie Shell Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
15.	Lemon Tarts, 3 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
16.	Tarts, any variety, named, 3 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
13.	Pie, any variety, named, Ladies only Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
19.	Chocolate Chip Cookie, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
17.	Peanut Butter Cookie, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
18.	Oatmeal Cookie, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
23.	Date Squares, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
20.	Shortbread Cookie, any variety, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
21.	Monster Cookie, any variety, 1 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
22.	Brownies, iced, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
24.	Baked Squares, any variety, named, 5 Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0

41A. Heritage Cooking

Sections:

1.	Your Choice "Grandma's Recipe", include handwritten recipe Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

Rules for Class 42 Pickles and Preserves

All unsealed jars will be disqualified without being judged.
Wax sealing is not allowed.
Any size jar appropriate to the item displayed will be accepted with 2-piece sealing lids, unless otherwise noted.
Adequate head space should be allowed (½ inch for jams/jellies; ¼ inch for conserves and 1 inch for vegetables).
All entries exhibiting spoilage will be disqualified
In sections 24, 25, 26, and 27, syrup bottles are allowed.
Refrigeration is not available.
Freezer entries should be fully defrosted at entry time.

Judging Standards: Exhibits will be judged on the following basis, unless otherwise noted:
Flavour – 35%, Appearance – 30%, Uniformity – 10%, Container/Package – 5%
No decorated tops unless specified

42. Pickles & Preserves

Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4

Sections:

1.	Freezer Strawberry Jam Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
2.	Freezer Jam, any other variety Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
3.	Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
4.	Strawberry Jam Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
5.	Jam, mixed berry Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
6.	Any other Jam not mentioned, named Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
7.	Grape Jelly Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
8.	Crab Apple Jelly Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
9.	Any other Jelly not mentioned, named Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
10.	Canned Peaches Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
11.	Canned Crab Apples Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
12.	Canned Stewed Tomatoes Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
13.	Canned Chili Sauce Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
14.	Canned Salsa Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
15.	Pickled Beets Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
16.	Dill Beans Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
17.	Bread and Butter Pickles Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
18.	Dill Pickles Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
19.	Any other Pickle, named Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
20.	Corn Relish Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
21.	Hot Dog Relish Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
22.	Chutney, any variety, named Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
23.	BBQ sauce Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
24.	Jar or bottle of Maple Syrup, dark Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
25.	Pure Ontario Grade A - Amber Maple Syrup, 250 mL Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0 OAAS Maple Syrup Competition
26.	Jar of Honey, creamed Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0
27.	Pure Ontario #1 Liquid White Honey, 375 mL Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5, others: $0 OAAS Honey Competition
28.	Gift Basket with an array of pickles &/or preserves, minimum 5 jars Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10, others: $0 May be decorated for any theme of your choice. Judged on creativity and presentation
29.	Gift Basket of an array of Jams and Jellies, minimum 5 jars Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10, others: $0 May be decorated for any theme of your choice Judged on creativity and presentation

42A. Farm Special

Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5

Sections:

1.	Farm Fresh Eggs, 1/2 dozen large white
2.	Farm Fresh Eggs, 1/2 dozen coloured eggs with laying hens identified
3.	Pickled Eggs, 1 quart

Rules for Classes 43A-H Homecrafts

Samples must be attached to all work entered in each class.
Samples include fabric, wool, embroidery floss, crochet thread and craft paint on medium.
AV is defined as “Any Variety".
Judges are authorized by the Board of Directors to bar all soiled, defaced or old work. Items may be moved within classes, at the discretion of the Board.

43A. Quilting

Prizes: 1st: $15, 2nd: $12, 3rd: $10

Hand Quilted:

1.	Quilt, pieced, pattern named, 324" perimeter
2.	Quilt, appliqued, 72" x 90" min
3.	Quilt, reversible, 72" x 90" min
4.	Quilt, any variety, under 72" x 90"
5.	Quilt, any variety, made by more than one person
6.	Quilt top, pieced/applique
7.	First time quilter

Machine Quilted:

8.	Quilt, pieced 324" min perimeter
9.	Quilt, machine appliqued, 72" x 90"
10.	Quilt, reversible, 72" x 90' min
11.	Quilt, any variety, under 72" x 90"
12.	Quilt made by more than one person, AV
13.	Quilt top, pieced or appliqued
14.	First time quilter
15.	Quilt, tied
16.	Three same-sized quilt blocks

Wall Hangings:

17.	Wall hanging, hand quilted, ready to hang, under 24" x 36"
18.	Wall hanging, hand quilted, ready to hang, over 24" x 36"
19.	Wall hanging, machine quilted, ready to hang, under 24" x 36"
20.	Wall hanging, machine quilted, ready to hang, over 36" x 48"