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2011
Make It With Wool (MIWW) Contest
ATTENTION!!
Quilt, Afghan and Novelty Contest
This division replaces the wearable
accessories categories while adding a new dimension to the contest.
(This category is a Minnesota only contest.) Please click on the
links below for more details and the entry form.
Quilt,
Afghan and Novelty Contest Information
Quilt,
Afghan and Novelty Entry Form
You could be the next winner in the “Make
It With Wool” Contest! A luxurious piece of Pendelton Wool,
sewing and yarn products or one of the many other prizes could
be yours for participating in the 2011 contest.
To request a brochure and entry form, contact Glenette Sperry
at 651-257-6735 or email at gtsperry@frontiernet.net.
Registration deadline is November 7, 2011.
The State contest will be held December 3 in Morton, MN at the
Jackpot Junction, 29275 Cty Hwy 24.
All those entering the competition must select, construct (sew,
knit or crochet) and model the garments they enter. The material
must be made of a minimum of 60% wool. Juniors (ages 13-16); seniors
(ages 17-24) and adults (25+) may enter dresses, coats, suits
or other garments. Pre-teens (ages 12 & under) may enter jumpers,
skirts, pants, vests, dresses, jackets or shirts. Age is as of
December 31, 2011.
The purpose of the “Make It With Wool” Contest is
to focus attention on the beauty and versatility of wool, and
encourage the use of wool fabric or yarn in sewing, knitting or
crocheting fashionable garments by offering individuals the opportunity
to compete for valuable prizes and gain recognition for their
talents.
Junior and Senior winners of the Contest are eligible to go on
to the National “Make it With Wool” competition which
will be held January 26-28, 2012 in Scotsdale, AZ.
Anyone wishing to help sponsor the event may also contact Glenette
Sperry at 651-257-6735. Donations of any kind are welcome.
WHAT ARE THE OBJECTIVES?
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To promote the beauty and versatility of wool
fabrics and yarns.
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To encourage personal creativity in sewing,
knitting, crocheting, spinning and weaving wool fabrics and
yarns.
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To recognize creative skills.
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To develop life skills, including:
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being responsible for one's self
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being a good sport
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accepting judge's decisions
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learning about and appreciating diversity
WHO CAN ENTER?
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Preteens, age 12 and under
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Juniors, ages 13-16
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Seniors, ages 17-24
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Adults, age 25 and older
(Age as of December 31, 2011)
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Made for Others (any age)
All categories may not be available in each state.
(Check with state director for specific information.)
Anyone regardless of race, creed or sex who meets
age and other guidelines may participate.
Preteens, junior and senior contestants must select,
construct and model their own garments. Made for Others entries:
the intended wearer must model garments.
STATE COMPETITION
Minnesota MIWW Contest
December 3, 2011
held in conjunction with the
MLWP Annual Conference
Jackpot Junction
39375 County Highway 24
Morton, MN
Send completed entry form along with a 5 x5 sample
to:
Glenette Sperry
(651) 257-6735
State Directors
31460 Quinlan Ave.
Center City, MN 55012
Entry Deadline: November 7, 2011.
WHAT CAN I ENTER?
Juniors, Seniors, Adults,
Made for Others may enter:
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One-piece garment:
dress, jumper, outerwear, jacket, coat or cape
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Two-piece outfit:
coat, jacket, cape, blouse/shirt, vest or sweater with
dress, jumper, skirt, pants or shorts
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Ensemble (3 or more
garments worn together at one time): coat, jacket,
cape, blouse/shirt, vest and/or sweater with dress, jumper,
skirt, pants or shorts
Preteen may enter:
Dress, jumper, skirt, pants, shorts, vest, sweater,
shirt/blouse, jacket or a combination of garments
To be eligible, a garment must have been completed
after January 1, 2011.
WHAT FABRICS/YARNS CAN
I USE?
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100% wool or wool blend (minimum 60% wool or
specialty wool fiber) for each fashion fabric or yarn used.
Specialty wool fibers include: mohair, cashmere, alpaca, camel,
llama.
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The entire garment body (back, front and sleeves)
must be wool or wool-blend fabrics.
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Trims, facings, linings, interfacings and underlinings
may be fabrics other than wool or wool blends.
WHERE CAN I PURCHASE WOOL
OR WOOL-BLEND FABRICS?
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Local fabric stores
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Mail-order resources
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Internet sites
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Resource listings:
HOW CAN I BE CERTAIN MY
FABRIC/YARNS ARE WOOL?
Place a 1" fabric square in 1 cup NEW CLOROX
bleach. 100% wool will begin to disintegrate within 1 hour and
should have no residue after several hours. Wool blends will have
fibers remaining. Note: Fabric finishes and other natural
fibers may affect the test results.
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Send it to the testing laboratory for a more
accurate analysis. There is usually a charge for this service.
Ask your state director for more information.
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Additional testing will be done prior to the
state and national contests.
WHAT ARE THE JUDGING CRITERIA?
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Appropriateness to contestant's lifestyle
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Coordination of fabric/yarn with garment style
and design
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Contestant's presentation
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Creativity
Judging is private and the judges' decisions are
final.
HOW CAN I ENTER?
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You must participate in the state where you
live or attend school.
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You may enter more than one garment, using a
separate form for each entry.
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Past National Junior and Senior winners may
not compete again in the same age division.
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Past National Adult photo/video winners may
not compete again for 3 years.
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Complete and mail attached
entry form as directed, with non-refundable fee for EACH
entry:
$10 Preteens
$10 Juniors, Seniors, Adults, Made for Others,Fashion Apparel
Design
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Attach a 5"x5" sample of each wool
or wool blend fabric or knitted, crocheted or woven swatch to
each entry form.
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Separate "Fashion/Apparel Design"
Scholarship Competition for college students enrolled in that
curriculum. Send a SASE to request information.
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WHAT ARE THE PRIZES?
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Junior and Senior state winners advance to
the National Competition.
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Adult state winners send 5"x7" photos
and video (maximum 3 minutes) of themselves wearing garment(s)
to national photo competition. National Adult winner receives
a trip to model in the National Competition.
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Fabrics, sewing books, equipment and notions
are awarded at State and National levels.
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Scholarships/awards awarded at National level:
$2,000 American Sheep Industry Women
(Junior and Senior winners)
$1,000 Pendelton Woolen Mills (Junior winner)
$1,000 Mohair Council of America (Junior and Senior Award for
a complete garment made of mohair)
$1,000 American Wool Council (Fashion/Apparel Design)
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Special National Awards:
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Exemplary Construction
(Sew News Magazine)
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Machine Embroidery
(Creative Machine Embroidery magazine)
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Use of a Claire Shaeffer's Custom "Couture
Collection" pattern from Vogue Pattern Co.
For additional information, send questions and a
self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
National Make It With Wool Competition
Marie Lehfeldt
Box 175
Lavina, MT 59046
Sponsored by:
American Sheep Industry Women
SPONSORS
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Minnesota Lamb and Wool Producers
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American Sheep Industry Women
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Pendelton Woolen Mills, Portland, OR
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Christenson Highest Hill Sheep Farm,
Windom, MN
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Burr Oak Farm, Dresser, WI
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Baa Baa Acres, Harris, MN
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Hagedorn Farm, Granda, MN
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Larry & Tanika Bender, Shafer, MN
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Shepherds Choice, Anoka, MN
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Christians Montadales, New Brighton,
MN
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Oak Leaf Grange, Harris, MN
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Michele's Sewing Machine and Vacuum Sales,
Blue Earth, MN
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St. Peter Woolen Mill, St. Peter, MN
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Courtney Saltz, Ramsey, MN
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Bonnie Craig, Anoka, MN
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Denise Nohner, Indep Mary Kay Sales Dir.,
Watkins, MN
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