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Make It With Wool
2009 MIWW Winners Chosen
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The 2009 Minnesota Make It With Wool Contest was held on December 5th in Alexandria, Minnesota. The contest had over thirty contestants that participated within six divisions.
Our Junior Division winner was Katie Petersen Wannanska , Minnesota who constructed a black wool jumper with red and black blouse from a recycled piece of wool.
The Senior Division winner was Alyssa Nelson of Jackson, Minnesota. Alyssa constructed an ensemble which included a gray jumper, red knit tee shirt, black mohair jacket and gray mohair knee length coat. Alyssa finished 5th in the senior division along with winning the 1st place mohair award at the National Make It With Wool Contest in Nashville, TN this past January.
The Adult Division winner was Traci Lafrentz of St. Joseph, Minnesota. She competed with a black and white checked dress. The dress was one that she had seen in a magazine.
New this year, Minnesota held a quilt and novelty contest.
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Participation was good for the first year and the winning entries were...
Quilt Division - Janet Kinnel, Wilmar, with her wool quilt, and in the novelty division the winning entry was Kay Bergerson, Forest Lake, with her braided wool rug.
If you have
any questions about the contest, please contact:
Glenette Sperry (email
at gtsperry@frontiernet.net)
31460 Quinlan Ave.
Center City, MN 55012
Phone (651) 257-6735
2010 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
Predelton Wool, sewing and yarn products or one of the many other prizes
could be yours for participating in the 2010 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 6, 2009.
The State contest will be held December 4 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, 2010.
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 19-22, 2011 in Reno, NV.
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, 2010) -
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 4, 2010
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 6.
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, 2010.
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:
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Sewing magazines
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ASI Web site (www.sheepusa.org)
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Mohair Council of America
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State Directors
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HOW CAN I BE CERTAIN MY FABRIC/YARNS ARE WOOL?
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Check the fiber content by performing this self-test:
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 -
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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Go to www.sheepusa.org and click on the MIWW Contest In formation..
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 Pendleton 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) -
Special National Awards:
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Exemplary Construction
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Machine Embroidery
(Creative Machine Embroidery magazine) -
Use of a Cleire Sehaeffer's Custom "Couture Collection" pattern from Vogue Pattern Co.
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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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Gwendolyn Swenson, North Bracnh, MN
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Treadle Yard Goods, St. Paul, MN
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Hagedorn Farm, Granda, MN
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Larry & Tanika Bender, Shafer, MN
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Shepherds Choice, Wyoming, MN
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Cheryl Christians, Fargo, ND
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Christians Montadales Pendelten Wool Shop, 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