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Make It With Wool
2010
MIWW Winners Chosen
The 2010 Minnesota
Make It With Wool contest was held on December 4, 2010 in Morton, MN
at Jackpot Junction. The contest hosted 50 contestants from across the
state, in 4 age divisions and the quilt and novelty contest. Even thou
contestants had to brave the first major snow storm the contest was
a success.
The winners
of the 4 garment divisions are as follows:
Adult,
Traci Lafrentz, St.Joseph modeled a bomber jacket, hat and mittens.
The jacket was made from a green plaid. The hat and mittens
were from a teal green.
Senior,
Sarah Olson of Woodbury, constructed a 3 piece garment, which
included a brown pin stripe vest and pant and a Victoria styled
coat of brown and tan. Sarah received the exemplary construction
award at the state level and then went on to receive the same
award at the National level, along with the Claire Schaffer award
for the use of a Claire Schaffer pattern.
Junior,
Mariah Legred from Bricelyn, won the trip to Reno NV with a gray
fitted dress. The square necked, princess seamed dress won her
a 3rd runner-up at the National level.
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Preteens,
Abbie Weckman, Shakopee, Elizabeth Roe, Frost, Kia Legred, Bricelyn
were the 3 preteen honorable mentions. Each of these girls received
sewing notions as prizes.
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| The 2010 quilt
and novelty contest winners were: Evelyn Hanson, Echo,
with her navy recycled wool lap quilt. Susan Hansen , Lake Elmo,
felted a green purse with flower trim, and Heidi Imker of Lamberton,
knitted a black wool scarf. The quilt and novelty contest is a Minnesota
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Check out the
NEW National website at www.makeitwithwool.com
and find Minnesota Make It With Wool on Facebook
If you have any questions please contact:
Glenette Sperry, Minnesota Director
31460 Quinlan Ave
Center City, MN 55012
651-257-6735
gtsperry@frontiernet.net
2011
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
Pedelton 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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