Date of Show: August 14-23, 2025
Time of Show: During Fair Hours
Location: Expo Center - South Hall

Chairman: Frances Baker, (615) 310-1249
Advisor: Sami Strong, (615) 444-9584
Register online or all entries must be brought to the Farm Bureau Expo Center and register each entry.
1. No person may enter more than one exhibit in any one lot.
2. Prizes will be awarded on decision of the judges.
3. All exhibits must be entered between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM on Friday, August 8, 2025 and Saturday, August 9, 2025.
4. All exhibits are to be removed Sunday, August 24, 2025 between the hours of 1:00 and 3:00 PM. Claim stubs are needed to pick up entry items.
5. All entries must have been made since August 1, 2024 with the exception of antique quilts.
6. Entries must have NEVER been exhibited before.
7. Soiled articles will NOT be accepted.
8. Exhibitors must be 19 years old or older.
9. Entries must be crafted by exhibitor to be eligible. Commercially produced items will be disqualified.
10. Competition open only to Wilson County residents or members of Wilson County Family and Community Education Clubs.
11. Wilson County Promotions will not be responsible for any loss or damage to entries.
12. No entry may be removed before the date and time specified in rule number 4.
13. Wilson County Promotions will not be responsible for any entry left past the time specified in rule #4.
14. Any winning entry that does not comply with rule #5 & rule #6 will be disqualified.
15. Best of Show ribbons will be awarded in each division. Each Best of Show ribbon winner will win additional prize money for that award.
16. For specific food preservation rules, please see separate instructions under Food Preservation section.
17. No exhibitors will be allowed in the exhibition area during judging at the request of the judges and at the discretion of the Chairman. This will be enforced.

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

Wilson County residents must enter in the same classes & lots in the Wilson County Competitions to enter in the State Canning Competition.

All entries must be entered in clean, standard canning jars (e.g. no mayonnaise jars or specialty jars) with new, single use two piece lids and rings. Fancy fabric overlays or cozies interfere with judging and should not be used. Exhibits should be canned using tested, reliable recipes, i.e. USDA, Ball, pectin brand name or National Center for Home Food Preservation guidelines issued 2009 or later.

Completed Wilson County Fair Food Preservation labels are required for all entries and should be attached to entry. No substitutions. Downloadable labels are located on the top of this page.

Unsealed exhibits or products showing signs of spoilage or mold will not be judged. Products deemed unsafe will be emptied of its contents, empty jars will be returned to exhibitor at the official pick up day (Sunday following close of fair.) USDA guidelines will be used in judging food preservation. Products should be prepared and processed according to USDA/Extension information. Tested, reliable recipes must be used. For more information about tested reliable recipes go to https://nchfp.uga.edu.

Class 1 - Jam, Jelly, Preserves-Canned
LOT (Pint or half pint)
1. Blackberry Jam
2. Blueberry Jam
3. Strawberry Jam
4. Strawberry Preserves
5. Pear Preserves
6. Peach Preserves
7. Plum Preserves
8. Cherry Preserves
9. Plum Butter
10. Peach Butter
11. Apple Butter
12. Grape Jelly
13. Apple Jelly
14. Blackberry Jelly
15. Plum Jelly
16. Raspberry Jelly
17. Peach Jelly
18. Blueberry Jelly
19. Pepper Jelly
20. Mint Jelly
21. Marmalade, any kind
22. Conserves, any kind

Class 2 - Pickles - Canned
LOT (Pint or Quart)
1. Bread and Butter Pickles
2. Beet Pickles
3. Cinnamon Pickles
4. Sweet Pickles, Sliced
5. Sweet Pickles, Whole
6. Squash Pickles
7. Okra Pickles
8. Peach Pickles
9. Pickled Brussel Sprouts
10. Pickled Pears
11. Pickled Peppers
12. Pickled Carrots
13. Pickled Green Beans
14. Pickled Onions
15. Pickled Green Tomatoes
16. Dill Sliced
17. Dill Whole
18. Dill Spears

Class 3 - Relishes - Canned
LOT (Pint or Quart)
1. Chile Salsa
2. Chow Chow
3. Pepper Relish
4. Pickle Relish
5. Corn Relish
6. Green Tomato Relish
7. Pear Relish
8. Salsa
9. Squash Relish
10. Dill Relish
11. Chutney, any kind

Class 4 - Vegetables - Canned
LOT (Pint or Quart)
1. Green Beans
2. Tomatoes
3. Tomato Juice
4. Soup Mixture
5. English Peas
6. Potatoes
7. Carrots
8. Shellie Green Beans
9. Field Peas
10. Corn, Creamed
11. Corn, Whole Kernel
12. Okra
13. Mixed Vegetables
14. Purple Hull Peas
15. Turnip Greens

Class 5 - Fruits - Canned
LOT (Pint or Quart)
1. Peaches
2. Pears
3. Blackberries
4. Apples
5. Applesauce
6. Blueberries
7. Plums
8. Pie Filling, Any Kind

Class 6 - Dehydrated Fruits, Dehydrated Vegetables & Jerky
LOT (Pint Jars)
1. Apples
2. Peaches
3. Field Peas
4. Beans - Lima
5. Beef Jerky
6. Deer Jerky

Class 7 - Herbs, Dehydrated
LOT (Half Pint or Pint)
1. Basil
2. Dill, Crushed
3. Mint
4. Oregano
5. Parsley
6. Sage
7. Thyme
8. Cilantro
9. Rosemary
10. Bay Leaves
11. Herb Blend

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

All sewing entries must be constructed by exhibitor.

Class 1 - Adult Ready-To-Wear
Lot
1. Jacket
2. Skirt
3. Pants
4. Shirt
5. Aprons (homemade)
6. Casual Wear, 1 or 2 Piece
7. Best Dressed Informal
8. Formal Wear
9. Accessories
10. Miscellaneous - constructed

Class 2 - Children's Ready-to-Wear
Lot
1. Casual Wear, Boy
2. Casual Wear, Girl
3. Best Dressed Informal, Boy
4. Best Dressed Informal, Girl
5. Party Wear, Child
6. Shirt
7. Skirt
8. Costume
9. Miscellaneous

Class 3 - Clothing
Lot
1. Applique
2. Embroidery - Clothing
3. Clothing - Embellished *NEW*
4. Clothing - Hand Smocked *NEW*

Class 4 - Infant Ready-to-Wear
Lot
1. Burp Cloths
2. Bibs
3. Misc. (other than above)

Class 5 - Clothing (Doll Clothes)
Lot
1. Dress
2. Pants
3. Skirt
4. Blouse
5. Accessory

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

Class 1 - General Crafts
All jewelry entries to be in box or zip top bag.
Lot
1. Handmade Fabric Doll
2. Handmade Stuffed Toy
3. Handmade Toy (other than stuffed)
4. Ceramics
5. Jewelry Pin
6. Jewelry Necklace
7. Jewelry Bracelet
8. Jewelry Earrings
9. Jewelry Set *NEW*
10. Jewelry Miscellaneous
11. Decorated Clay Pot
12. Wreath other than holiday
13. Decoupage
14. Scherenschnitte
15. Wood (Miniature-less than 12”) 16. Wood (Small-between 12” and 24”)
17. Wood (Large-larger than 24”, not to exceed 3’ wide, 4’ long and 50lbs.)
18. Leather
19. Table Decoration (other than holiday)
20. Items made from Recycled Material (Small - under 24”)
21. Items made from Recycled Material (Large - 25” or above but not exceed 3’ & no more than 50lbs.) 22. Items made from Duct Tape
23. Quilling
24. Items made from Wilson County Fair Ribbons (must be ribbons won by exhibitor from previous years)
25. Gift Wrapping (shirt box size Christmas)
26. Decorated Gift Bag (Paper - any size)
27. Table Runner (non holiday)
28. Diamond Dotz Freestyle
29. Diamond Dotz (Kit - size up to 12”)
30. Diamond Dotz (Kit - size 13” to 18”)
31. Diamond Dotz (Kit - size 19” or larger)
32. Origami
33. Fabric Basket or Crochet Rag Basket *NEW*
34. Misc. Crafts (other than above)

Class 2 - Greeting Cards
All entries should be in Ziploc Bag
Lot
1. Iris Folding
2. Stamped Greeting
3. Valentine Card *NEW*
4. Easter Card
5. Halloween Card
6. Thanksgiving Card
7. Christmas Card
8. Holiday Card (other than above)
9. Birthday
10. Miscellaneous

Class 3 - Scrapbooking (1 page)
Lot
1. Birthday
2. Sports
3. Easter
4. Halloween
5. Thanksgiving
6. Christmas
7. Computerized Scrapbook
8. Baby Shower *NEW*
9. Misc. (other than above)

Class 4 - Decorative Painting, Tole Painting and Stenciling
Lot
1. Tote Bag - Painted
2. Painting - Flowers
3. Painting - Scenery
4. Painting - Animals
5. Painting - Miscellaneous
6. Stenciling other than tote bags
7. Decorated Clothing Articles - Painted
8. Crayon Coloring on Fabric

Class 5 - Crochet
Lot
1. Tablecloth
2. Pillow
3. Baby Dress
4. Baby Sweater
5. Baby Cap
6. Baby Booties *NEW*
7. Baby Crib Blanket *NEW*
8. Sweater
9. Doll Clothes
10. Vest
11. Edging
12. Scarf
13. Afghan - Popcorn Stitch
14. Afghan - Granny Square
15. Afghan - Ripple
16. Afghan - Raised Flower
17. Afghan - Baby
18. Afghan - Miscellaneous
19. Doily - Large
20. Doily - Small
21. Bedspread
22. Collars
23. Purse or Bags
24. Toys (Small up to 12”)
25. Toys (Large 13” & above)
26. Adult Hats
27. Shawl
28. Crochet - Miscellaneous

Class 6 - Knitting
Lot
1. Afghan
2. Sweater
3. Scarf
4. Baby Sweater
5. Baby Cap
6. Baby Booties *NEW*
7. Baby Crib Blanket *NEW*
8. Vest
9. Socks
10. Edging
11. Hat
12. Toys
13. Shawl
14. Gloves
15. Miscellaneous

Class 7 - General Needle Work
Lot
1. Hooked Rug Kit
2. Place Mats (Set of Two)
3. Tablecloth - Embroidery and/or Cross Stitch
4. Towels, Dish or Hand (completely handmade)
5. Towel, Dish or Hand (bought and decorated)
6. Swedish Weaving
7. Tatting
8. Pillow - Embroidered
9. Pillow - Stitched Appliqué
10. Pillow - Cross Stitching
11. Pillow – Pieced
12. Pillow – Misc. (other than above) 13. Needlepoint
14. Needlepoint on Plastic Canvas 15. Embroidery – Plain
16. Embroidery – Ribbon
17. Embroidery – Satin Stitch
18. Tote Bag – Fabric
19. Needlework – Misc.
20. Decorated Clothing - Misc.
21. Mug, Rug, or Coaster *NEW*

Class 8 - Cross Stitch
(Framed items must have hanger tab or wire)
Lot
1. Cross Stitch - 6-11
2. Cross Stitch - 12-17
3. Cross Stitch - 18-22
4. Cross Stitch - Over 22
5. Utility Cross Stitch *NEW*
6. Stamped Cross Stitch *NEW*

Class 9 - Holiday Crafts, Amateurs Only
Must be a holiday theme, no seasonal. (Hanging frames must have hanger tab or wire)
Lot
1. Christmas Table Decorations
2. Valentine Table Decorations
3. Easter Table Decorations
4. Halloween Table Decorations
5. Thanksgiving Table Decorations
6. Misc. Holiday Table Decorations (other holidays not listed)
7. Holiday Table Runner
8. Christmas Door Decorations
9. Valentine Door Decorations
10. Easter Door Decorations
11. Halloween Door Decorations
12. Thanksgiving Door Decorations
13. Miscellaneous Holiday Door Decorations (other holidays not listed)
14. Christmas Ornament (1) Counted Cross Stitch
15. Christmas Ornament (1) Needlepoint on Plastic Canvas
16. Christmas Ornament (1) Crochet
17. Christmas Ornament (1) Hand Painted
18. Christmas Ornament (1) Cork
19. Christmas Ornament (1) Gnome
20. Christmas Ornament (1) Angels (Small up to 6”)
21. Christmas Ornament (1) Angels (Large 7” & above)
22. Christmas Ornament (1) Beaded
23. Christmas Ornament (1) Santa Claus
24. Christmas Ornament (1) Snowman
25. Christmas Ornament (1) Nativity
26. Christmas Ornament (1) Fabric
27. Christmas Ornament (1) Misc.
28. Christmas Stocking
29. Holiday Clothing
30. Christmas Tree Skirt Misc.
31. Holiday Pillow
32. Misc. Holiday Crafts (not listed above)


Class 10 - Quilts
Lot
1. Hand Pieced and Hand Quilted
2. Hand Pieced and Machine Quilted
3. Machine Pieced and Hand Quilted
4. Patriotic Quilt
5. Quilt of Valor *NEW*
6. Appliqued Hand Quilted or Machine Quilted *NEW*
7. Appliqued Hand Quilted
8. Cross Stitch Hand Quilted
9. Multiple Technique Hand Quilted
10. Multiple Technique Machine Quilted
11. Wall Hanging Hand Quilted
12. Wall Hanging Machine Quilted
13. Wall Hanging - Small 40”
14. Wall Hanging - Large 55”
15. Lap Quilt *NEW*
16. Miniature Quilt (less than 20”) - Hand Quilted
17. Miniature Quilt (less than 20”) - Machine Quilted
18. Quilt - Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted (Large)
19. Quilt - Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted (Baby)
20. Machine Applique Machine Quilted (Large)
21. Machine Applique Machine Quilted (Baby)
22. T-Shirt Quilt
23. Art or Collage Quilt
24. Quilt made by Men - Hand or Machine Quilted *NEW*
25. Couch Throws - 50”x75”
26. Paper Piecing
27. Holiday Quilt
28. Strip Quilt
29. Machine Quilted Misc.
30. Hand Quilted Misc.
31. Club Quilts - Must be made as a joint effort by the club entering it and never have been entered at a previous fair. (This includes FCE, Senior Citizen Groups, etc.)

Class 11 - Basketry - No Fabric
(Fabric basket can be found in class 1, Lot 33)
LOT
1. Decorative
2. Market (Small)
3. Market (Large)
4. Classic Utility (must have specific work usage: egg, pie, picnic etc.)
5. Solid Bottom Utility Basket (must have specific work usage: egg, pie, picnic, etc.)
6. Quilt Basket
7. Shaker Cat Head Basket
8. Misc. Basket, not listed above

Class 12 - Gourds
Lot
1. Classic Utility Gourd (bowl, bird house, ladle, etc.)
2. Decorated Gourd
3. Gourd Jewelry
4. Christmas Tree Ornament
5. Holiday Decoration
6. Southwest Theme Gourd
7. Pine Needle Weaving Gourd
8. Wood burning Gourd
9. Misc. Gourd (not listed above)

Class 13 - Spinning/Weaving
Lot
1. Handspun Animal Fiber Skein
2. Wool, felted items
3. Woven Garment (woven fabric - coat, vest, jacket, etc.)
4. Woven Accessories (pillow, rug, placemats (2), table runner, bag table toppers, etc.)
5. Loom Weaving
6. Misc. (Not listed above)

Class 14 - Tie Dye
Lot
1. Adult Clothing T-Shirts
2. Adult Clothing all other
3. Children’s Clothing
4. Accessories
5. Miscellaneous

Class 15 - Current Trends
Lot.
1. Gnomes - Any Medium
2. Rock Painting (Small)
3. Rock Painting (Large)
4. Cork Art (Small), other than ornament
5. Cork Art (Large)
6. Resin Art
7. Button Art Framed *NEW*
8. Paint by Number
9. Acrylic Paint Pour Art
10. Coloring Page - colored pencils
11. Coloring Page - art markers
12. Pin Cushions (Small)
13. Pin Cushions (Large)
14. Fabric Gift Bags
15. Craft Cutting Machine Items
16. Grain & Seed Art
17. Amigurumi - up to 6" *NEW*
18. Amigurumi - 7" or above *NEW*

Class 16 - Antique & Vintage *NEW*
(45 years or older - Please provide a brief history on a 3"x5" card)
Lot
1. Apron
2. Fabric Toy
3. Knitted or Crochet Item
4. Basket
5. Jewelry
6. Clothing
7. Antique Quilt
8. Antique Quilt Top - not made into quilt

Class 17 - Agricultural Commodity
(These items must feature the current year's agricultural commodity: Year of Pork)
Lot
1. Sewn Item: Clothing
2. Sewn Item: Other
3. Paper Craft
4. Toy
5. Jewelry
6. Wreath
7. Table Decoration
8. Painting
9. Cross-Stitch
10. Needle Work (non-cross-stitch)
11. Holiday
12. Quilt
13. Wall Hanging
14. Miscellaneous (not listed above)