IMPORTANT DATES & RULES
Homecraft Rules
Please note that Homecraft Books will not be mailed unless requested. The Homecraft Book is available online at www.brooklinspringfair.com
1. Entry Forms may be submitted by:
- On-line, Complete Entry Forms at: www.brooklinspringfair.com
- Mail Entry Forms to: Brooklin Spring Fair: Homecraft Entry Box 615 Brooklin, ON L1M 1B5
- Drop-off Entry Forms at:
- Brooklin Public Library, 8 Vipond Rd.
2. All Entry Forms must be received by online entry, drop-off or postmarked no later than May 21 2023.
3. The extended deadline is May 28 2023. Extended Entrants will receive tags when entries are delivered to the Fair (see #6 below). Tags must then be attached by the Entrant. No registrations will be accepted thereafter.
4. On-time Entrants (on or before May 21 2023) will have their Exhibitor Tags mailed to them compliments of the Brooklin Spring Fair.
5. All entries must be submitted on the printed Entry Form provided in this prize list catalogue or in the format displayed on the website. Entry Forms can be photocopied if more space is required. Entry Forms must be dated and signed by the exhibitor.
6. Entries are to be delivered to the Luther Vipond Arena (67 Winchester Rd. E.) either on
- Wednesday, May 31, 7:30 - 8:30 pm and /or
- Thursday, June 1st, 8:00 - 11:00 am.
THE ARENA DOORS WILL BE CLOSED AND LOCKED AT 11:00 AM SHARP.
7. All work must be that of the exhibitor.
8. All exhibitors must be amateurs.
9. All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair and will not be judged as a result.
10. No person shall enter more than one article per section.
11. Entry Tags must be AFFIXED to the article before drop-off. The Tag must be folded to conceal the exhibitor’s name.
12. Any questions pertaining to specific exhibits should be directed to the section chairperson.
13. Items will be judged in accordance to the Ontario Association of Agricultural Societies (OAAS) Judging Standards book or the Ontario Horticultural Judging Standards book.
14. Items entered will be judged at the Judge’s discretion based on merit and Judges are not obligated to award a 1st prize in any class.
15. The Homecraft display area will be closed to the public on Thursday, June 1st from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
16. Entries will be on display from Thursday, June 1 at 6:00 pm until Sunday, June 4th at 5:00 pm.
17. Homecraft display area will be closed to the public on Sunday, June 4th from 5:00 - 6:00 pm.
18. While Homecraft is closed, exhibitors are asked to wait outside the exhibit area until display areas are made accessible.
19. Exhibits must be picked up on Sunday, June 4th between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm.
20. Claim numbers must be shown for release of exhibits.
21. Articles not claimed by 7:00 pm on Sunday, June 4th will be discarded. If you are unable to pick up your exhibits please arrange for someone else to pick up. Please provide them with your claim tags.
22. The Society will not be responsible for any loss, damage to or accident to any person or property during the time of the Brooklin Spring Fair. Should any entry be accidentally damaged, lost or stolen, the Directors will give all the assistance in their power towards its recovery, but will not make any payment for the value thereof.
23. All prize money is donated by the Brooklin Spring Fair Agricultural Society unless otherwise stated.
24. Exhibitors, in classes where stated, with the most points in a Class will be awarded a prize of either money, a gift or a gift certificate. Points are awarded as follows:
- 1st prize = 4 points
- 2nd prize = 3 points
- 3rd prize = 2 points
- 4th prize = 1 point
If you require assistance with our online entry system, please contact us at homecraft@brooklinspringfair.com
Important Registrations Instructions for Groups and Teachers:
Teachers:
When entering your students please ensure you complete the following:
- Use the student's names/initials/unique identifier in the name box (so you know what amount of prize money is owed to each student)
- Use the SAME address for ALL students (This is the address your cheque will be mailed to)
- Under Farm, please indicate the name your school and the name the cheque should be made out to
Group Projects:
When entering a group project please ensure you complete the following:
- Enter the group’s name as the participant name
- For the address, use the address you want the prize cheque mailed to
- Under Farm, please indicate the name the cheque should be made out to
If you have any questions about Homecraft please send us an E-mail at homecraft@brooklinspringfair.com
To enter in the Homecraft section online please browse to your desired catagory, click the registration button and follow the steps in AssistExpo.
To download the full 2023 Fair Prize book view the PDF version available here soon (includes paper entry form in lieu of online registration)
Click HERE to register onlineQuilts and Quilting
General Rules:
1. Entries must be the work of the exhibitor within the last two years, clean and odour free.
2. Colour, design, binding and construction will be judged.
3. Articles to be exhibited are to be the work of amateurs only. We are defining an amateur as one who receives less than 25% of their income from the exhibited craft.
4. Machine quilting refers to longarm or domestic machines. No computer driven programs.
5. Hand quilting refers any combination except a group charging for the service.
6. In the group quilting category, enter under one exhibitor’s name and indicate names of other group members on the back of the entry tag.
7. If using a commercial pattern, the name of the pattern designer must be included on the tag to satisfy legal copyright issues.
8. Fabric samples of at least 2” by 3” must be attached to the entry tag with a safety pin.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Any Style, Machine or Hand Quilted:
101. | Baby Quilt |
102. | Group Quilt |
103. | Quilted Table Runner or Table Topper |
104. | Quilted Bag or Purse |
105. | Unquilted Quilt Top |
106. | Quilted Pillow |
107. | Any Quilted Item that does not qualify in another section |
108. | First Time Quilter: A special category for new quilters who have not competed previously. A special prize of $20 will be awarded to the winner of this category. |
Machine Quilted:
109. | Bed Quilt (perimeter over 250") |
110. | Throw, Lap Quilt or Wall-hanging (perimeter under 250") |
Hand Quilted:
111. | Bed Quilt (perimeter over 250") |
112. | Throw, Lap Quilt or Wall-hanging (perimeter under 250") |
OAAS Machine Quilted Competition Rules
1. The quilt must be solely made, and machine quilted by the exhibitor.
2. Quilts to be measured on the perimeter. Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 823 cm (324 inches). Note the quilt can be square, rectangular etc. All 4 sides must be measured to determine the perimeter measurement.
3. The quilting must be through all 3 layers (top, batting and back) and not be mounted on a frame. The quilt may have a sleeve attached to the back for the purpose of hanging the quilt.
4. The winning OAAS Machine Quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future OAAS fair, district and/or provincial competitions.
5. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to give credit to the original designer of the quilt pattern based on copyright rules.
6. The use of domestic, mid arm and/or long arm equipment is permitted on hand or computer guided machine quilt entries.
OAAS Machine Quilted Competition Judging Standards:
25 General Appearance & Design
20 Colour & Materials
55 Workmanship (30 Quilting, 10 Borders, 15 Binding and Picots)
OAAS Machine Quilt:
113. | Machine Quilt - Pieced or Appliqued, Machine Quilted Solely by Exhibitor. Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, others: $0 |
OAAS Hand Quilted Competition Rules:
1. The quilt must be solely made, and hand quilted by the exhibitor.
2. Quilts to be measured on the perimeter. Total perimeter measurement to be a minimum of 823 cm (324 inches). Note the quilt can be square, rectangular etc. All 4 sides must be measured to determine the perimeter measurement.
3. The quilting must be through all 3 layers (top, batting and back) and not be mounted on a frame. The quilt may have a sleeve attached to the back for the purpose of hanging the quilt.
4. The winning OAAS Machine Quilt will not be eligible to compete in any future OAAS fair, district and/or provincial competitions.
5. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to give credit to the original designer of the quilt pattern based on copyright rules.
OAAS Hand Quilted Competition Judging Standards:
25 General Appearance & Design
20 Colour & Materials
55 Workmanship (30 Quilting, 10 Borders, 15 Binding and Picots)
Prizes: 1st: $25, 2nd: $20, 3rd: $15, others: $0
114. | OAAS Hand Quilt - Pieced, Hand Quilted Solely by Exhibitor |
115. | OAAS Hand Quilt - Appliqued, Hand Quilted Solely by Exhibitor |
Knitting & Crocheting
General Class Rules:
1. Wool samples of at least 10.2 cm (4”) long or fabric samples of 5.1 x7.5 cm (2 x 3”) must be attached to the entry tag.
2. All items are to be hand knit or crocheted, unless otherwise stated, clean and odour free.
3. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before exhibited.
4. All afghans must be a minimum of 101.6x152.4 cm (40 x 60”)
5. Baby afghans must be a minimum of 61.0x91.4 cm (24 x 36”)
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Knitting:
201. | Knitted afghan minimum 45" x 54" |
202. | Knitted lap blanket, baby afghan or carriage cover |
203. | Knit socks |
204. | Knit adult head gear |
205. | Knit sweater - child or adult size |
206. | 2 knit dishcloths |
207. | Knit baby set - 2 pieces |
208. | Knit scarf |
209. | Knit Mittens |
210. | Any other knit article - named |
Crocheting:
211. | Afghan - crocheted minimum 45" x 54" |
212. | Crocheted lap blanket, baby afghan or carriage cover |
213. | Crocheted slippers |
214. | Crocheted Head gear |
215. | Crochet toy for a child |
216. | Crochet cowl |
217. | Crochet baby set - 2-piece set |
218. | 2 crochet dishcloths |
219. | Doily or centrepiece - mounted |
220. | Crochet Granny square - your favourite pattern maximum 10"x10" |
221. | Any other Crochet article - named |
Sewing
General Class Rules:
1. All entries must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1x7.6cm (2x3")
2. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned and odor free before being exhibited and may not be more than 2 years old.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Sections:
301. | Apron any style |
302. | Smock Apron embellished with Fair Theme (embroidery, appliqué, or other) |
303. | Purse or Handbag or Backpack |
304. | Costume or Cosplay |
305. | Refashioned item made from recycled clothing (pin a picture or description of the original item on the new) |
306. | Pajama set or nightgown |
307. | Leather crafted item |
308. | Any article of clothing not mentioned |
309. | Any decor or household item (i.e., table runner, cushion, etc.) |
All projects in the community service section will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair.
310. | Adult bib made from recycled button up or polo style collared shirt. Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8, others: $0 Brooklin Spring Fair will donate bib to local assisted living organization. |
311. | Attractive Chemo Drawstring Bag, finished size 27.9 x 43.2cm (11" x 17") Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8, others: $0 Bag to be filled by the Brooklin Agricultural Society with personal items such as tissues, hand sanitizer, puzzle book & pencil, unscented hand cream etc. for patient to take to chemo appointments. |
Household Items And Crafts
General Class Rules:
1. Attach samples to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1 x 7.6 cm (2 x 3”) where indicated.
2. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before being exhibited.
3. No person shall enter more than one article in any one section.
4. All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Chrismas Corner:
401. | Christmas decoration (1) Handmade |
402. | Ugly Christmas Sweater Sweater may be store bought but must include elements of handmade design |
403. | Repurposed Christmas card, turn an old card into something special |
404. | Snowglobe, (1) handmade. |
Paper Crafting:
405. | One scrapbooking page, theme of your choice |
406. | Journaling, two journal pages displayed "open book" style |
407. | Greeting card and matching envelope, handmade |
Getting Creative/Around the House:
408. | Themed gift basket |
409. | Beach glass and or pebble art, framed 5x7" |
410. | Marbled art on ceramic tile or coaster |
411. | Mandala Design, circular design on cardstock 4x4" |
412. | Woodworking, childs toy |
413. | Woodworking, birdhouse |
414. | Art piece made from driftwood, not to exceed 12" in length |
415. | Handmade wreath, spring design |
416. | Item carved from bar of soap or soapstone |
417. | Greeting card and matching envelope, handmade using watercolours |
418. | Handmade jewelry item |
419. | Tie dyed shirt |
420. | Image transfer onto object of choice, from inkjet image |
421. | Trash to treasure, something old made something new- attach a "before" image to entry tag. |
422. | Realistic pencil drawing, fruit bowl 8.5x11" |
423. | Hand painted rock |
424. | Artistic welded item |
425. | Wood burning design, on wood, size not to exceed 10"x10" |
All projects in the community service section will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair.
Community Service Project:
490. | Fleece Lap Blanket, by individual or group (group must be named) |
Materials needed for Fleece Lap Blanket:
• Two pieces of fleece (minimum width 88.9 cm (35") and minimum length 101.6 cm. ‘ (40"), Creativity permitted.
Directions
1. With right sides together, sew a 1.3 cm (1/2 ") seam along the long sides of the blanket. Leave top and bottom edges open.
2. Turn blanket right side out and lay flat.
3. Place a strip of masking tape across the width of the blanket 15.24 cm (6") from the top and bottom edges to form fringe. Make sure to cut both layers of fleece.
4. Carefully remove tape and knot the top and bottom fringes together to stabilize layers.
5. If needed, stitch a 25.4-38.1 cm (10-15") square in center of blanket to further stabilize the layers.
Seniors 55+
General Class Rules:
1. Exhibitors must be 55+
2. All sewing entries must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1x7.6cm (2x3")
3. All knitting and crocheting entries Wool samples of at least 10.2 cm (4”) long or fabric samples of 5.1 x7.5 cm (2 x 3”) must be attached to the entry tag.
4. All knitting and crocheting entries are to be hand knit or crocheted, unless otherwise stated, clean and odour free.
5. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned before being exhibited.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Sections:
501. | Article of Sewing made for a grandchild |
502. | Article of Quilting |
503. | Knit or Crocheted Winter Wear (i.e., Hat, Scarf, Mitts, Gloves) |
504. | Knit or Crocheted Dish Cloth |
505. | Knit or Crocheted Animal |
506. | Article of Woodworking |
507. | A Small Landscape Painting (maximum 16" by 20"; oil, acrylic or watercolour) |
508. | A Decorative Centrepiece for the Christmas Table |
Senior Photography:
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1, others: $0
509. | Stained Glass Window |
510. | Catch of the Day |
511. | Transportation |
512. | In a Row |
513. | Seasonal Changes |
Specials:
Prize: $0
514. | Over 85 Lifetime Achievement Prize: Lifetime Achievement Ribbon A collection of 4 items made over the exhibitor’s lifetime, this category is intended to showcase your multiple skills gained over time and is specifically exempted from the rule of being created in the last two years. If your proudest items have been gifted away, or are too large to include, a picture will do nicely. Present your items in or on a container and take care to attach all four items to your tag. Lifetime Achievement Ribbon gifted to every exhibitor in section 514. |
515. | Sadie Hawkins Corsage From the high school dances of your youth, revive the art of corsages made from veggies. A similar challenge has been made to the current batch of high school students and it will be interesting to see who outdoes who!! |
Culinary Arts
General Class Rules:
1. Cakes and loaves must be displayed on foil covered cardboard.
2. Other items are to be displayed on a disposable plain white plate (Chinet acceptable).
3. Entries must be covered with a CLEAR plastic bag or re-sealable bags.
4. Entry tag must be attached to outside bag on the non-open end.
5. NO WARM OR HOT FOOD!
6. NO MIXES NOR MICROWAVING ALLOWED.
7. All loaves must be cut vertically.
8. No pie filling shall come from a can.
9. The Brooklin Spring Fair is not responsible for items consumed from the Culinary Arts Class.
10. Please follow specific instructions for each section, if the Class Rules are not followed, the entry will not be judged.
11. NO CANNABIS PLANTS/PRODUCTS OR EDIBLES MAY BE ENTERED IN ANY CATEGORY.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Yeast Breads, Biscuits, and Muffins:
1. Muffins (no paper liners) and biscuits may be displayed in 3's on disposable plates. 2. Items will not be judged on how it is displayed.
601. | 1/2 loaf yeast bread handmade - white |
602. | 1/2 loaf yeast bread machine - white |
603. | Cinnamon buns - 3 |
604. | Tea biscuits, plain - 3 |
605. | Tea biscuits, cheese - 3 |
606. | Natural bran muffins - 3 |
607. | Banana muffins - 3 |
Loaves:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1/2 loaf displayed on foil covered cardboard.
608. | 1/2 lemon loaf |
609. | 1/2 banana nut loaf |
610. | 1/2 any other fruit loaf not mentioned |
Cookies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 3 cookies displayed on a small disposable plate.
611. | Peanut butter cookies - 3 |
612. | Raisin oatmeal cookies - 3 |
613. | Shortbread cookies - 3 |
614. | Chocolate chip cookies - 3 |
Squares:
615. | Brownies (not iced, no nuts) - 3 |
616. | Date squares - 3 |
617. | Lemon squares - 3 |
Cakes:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1/4 cake displayed on foil covered cardboard. The entry size should be 10.2 x 10.2 cm (4 x 4").
618. | Lemon cake - not iced |
619. | Carrot Cake - not iced - no nuts |
Pies and Tarts:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1/4 Pie displayed on a small disposable plate.
620. | Rhubarb pie, crumble topping |
621. | Strawberry-Rhubarb - 2 crust |
622. | Apple pie - 2 crust |
623. | Cherry pie - lattice top |
624. | Raspberry tarts - 3 |
Sweet Stuff:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, No nuts, 3 pieces placed on a small disposable plate.
625. | Maple fudge - no nuts - 3 pieces |
626. | Chocolate fudge - no nuts - 3 pieces |
627. | Favourite candy - no nuts - 3 pieces |
Preserves:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") headspace, No wax.
628. | Peaches |
629. | Applesauce |
Jams and Jellies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") head space, No wax.
630. | Marmalade |
631. | Strawberry Jam - cooked |
632. | Raspberry Jam - cooked |
633. | Peach Jam |
634. | Red Pepper Jelly |
635. | Any variety of Jelly, named |
636. | Jam not listed - cooked |
Pickles:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, To be displayed in a sealed preserving jar, with 0.6 cm (1/4") head space, No wax.
637. | Sweet Pickles |
638. | Pickled Beets |
639. | Dill Pickles |
640. | Bread & Butter Pickles |
641. | Hot Dog Relish - yellow |
642. | Salsa |
643. | Chili Sauce |
Culinary Arts Specials
General Class Rules:
1. Maximum size of cakes 22.9 x 33.0 x 25.1 cm (9” x 13” x 10" tall) unless otherwise specified.
2. Displayed on foil covered cardboard or a purchased cake board.
3. Do not cover with plastic wrap.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Decorated Cakes:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1. May use an artificial or Styrofoam cake base. The 'cake' does not need to be edible 2. Sections 701 and 702 (Decorated Cakes) judged on decoration only
701. | Fair themed cake |
702. | Decorated novelty cake, any theme |
Decorated Cookies:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1. Section 703 (Decorated Cookies) judged on decoration only
703. | Decorated sugar cookies - 3 - Fair theme In addition to the General Class Rules above, |
Flavoured Cake Special:
In addition to the Class Rules above, 1. Must follow provided recipe (below) 2. Display ¼ of the cake on a foil covered cardboard or a purchased cake board 3. Judged on taste and appearance.
704. | Flavoured Cake Special: One Bowl Cake |
Preheat over to 350oF
Use a regular electric mixer
Grease two 8” or 9” round layer cake pans. Line the bottoms with waxed paper or dust lightly with flour. Blend or sift together 2 ¾ cups All Purpose flour 1 ½ cups sugar 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Add ½ cup shortening 1 cup milk Beat for 2 minutes | Then add ½ cup milk 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla Beat for 2 minutes Divide batter between prepared pans Bake in preheated 350 oF oven for 30 to 35 minutes From The new all Purity Cookbook. A complete book of Canadian Cooking, 2001 |
Brooklin Spring Fair President's Special:
In addition to above Class Rules, 1. Cookies judged by the 2023 President, Nicole Scott 2. Must be 8 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside a clear plastic bag 3. Cookies are to be no larger than 2.5" (6.5 cm)
705. | Ginger Cookies |
Celebrating the Diversity of Brooklin:
In addition to the General Class Rules above, 1. Include a small note explaining why you selected this dish and how you enjoy it as part of your family's heritage or culture 2. Food items will be stored and served at room temperature
706. | A crispy, savoury snack - Any variety Examples include fruit or vegetable chips, crackers, or your favourite snack mix |
707. | A creamy dip - Any variety (125 ml serving) Examples include hummus or Nam pla wan |
708. | A sweet treat that can be enjoyed in 1-2 bites - Any variety Examples include a small cake or cookie |
709. | A chewy delight - Any variety Examples include dried fruit, a baked good, or candy |
OAAS Butter Tarts Competition
In addition to the General Class Rules above,
1. Winner agrees to compete at District 4 level Annual Meeting in October 2023.
2. The winning tarts from District go on to the Provincial competition at the OAAS Annual Convention in Toronto, February 2024. Winner agrees to bake another batch using the same recipe for the OAAS competition.
3. Must be 6 full size tarts (no mini or bite size) on a clean sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag.
4. Tarts must not contain fruit or nuts (i.e., no raisins, no pecans)
5. Entry must be solely made by the person entering competition (including pastry)
*Due to decisions outside of the Brooklin Agricultural Society’s control the District and Provincial (Convention) competitions may not proceed in 2023 and 2024. Competitors and winners will be advised if this occurs*
OAAS Butter Tarts Competition Judging Standards
20 General Appearance
40 Crust
40 Filling
710. | OAAS Butter Tarts |
Weird and Wacky
General Class Rules
1. Let your imagination run wild and have fun with it
2. Must enter the correct age category
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4
Adult 19 years & over:
801. | Adult 19 years & over - "Hilarious Hat" Decorate a hat to celebrate the Fair's theme. Must be able to wear. Not to exceed 76.2 cm (30 inches) in any diameter |
802. | Adult 19 years & over - "Fancy Footwear" Decorate a pair of shoes. Any theme. Must be able to put your feet inside |
803. | Adult 19 years & over - "Goofy Garden Gnome" Decorate a garden gnome. Any theme. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
804. | Adult 19 years & over - "Glorious Glasses" Decorate a pair of sunglasses. Any theme. Must be able to wear |
805. | Adult 19 years & over - "House of Happiness" Create and decorate a doll house out of small boxes such as shoeboxes or tissue boxes. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
Junior Talents 18 years & under:
806. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Hilarious Hat" Decorate a hat to celebrate the Fair's theme. Must be able to wear. Not to exceed 76.2 cm (30 inches) in any diameter |
807. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Fancy Footwear" Decorate a pair of shoes. Any theme. Must be able to put your feet inside |
808. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Goofy Garden Gnome" Decorate a garden gnome. Any theme. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
809. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "Glorious Glasses" Decorate a pair of sunglasses. Any theme. Must be able to wear |
810. | Junior Talents 18 years & under - "House of Happiness" Create and decorate a doll house out of small boxes such as shoeboxes or tissue boxes. Not to exceed 60.96 cm (24 inches) in any diameter |
Special Needs
General Class Rules
1. This Class is open to anyone with an intellectual/physical/developmental disability.
2. Let your imagination run wild and have fun with it.
3. There is no age limit for this Class, but please enter the correct age category.
Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4
(13 and under) Unassisted:
901. | Wooden Spoon Puppet |
902. | Beaded Necklace |
903. | Fair Theme poster 8.5" X 11" (any medium, paint, crayon, marker etc.) |
904. | Fruit and Vegetable Printing (using different pieces of fruit and vegetables dip them in paint and press on 8X11 paper) |
905. | Tissue Paper Sunflower |
906. | Smell Picture (make a picture using spices, drink crystals and glue) |
907. | Draw and decorate a maple leaf |
908. | Plant a bean seed in a red/blue SOLO cup. Decorate your cup |
(13 and under) Assisted:
909. | Shape Picture |
910. | String Collage |
911. | Decorate a can or box of food for the food bank, label visible |
912. | Pinecone bird or animal |
913. | Fair Themed table centerpiece |
914. | Fair Themed picture made from dry pasta |
915. | Sock Puppet |
(Age 14 and over) Unassisted:
916. | Homemade Special Occasion greeting card |
917. | Adult Colouring Book page - any size illustration |
918. | Knitted, crocheted or hand-loomed baby hat (to be donated) |
919. | Season in a Bottle - In a 2L plastic bottle, put things you would find in your favourite season. Label with the name of the season. |
920. | Draw and decorate a maple leaf |
921. | Plant a bean seed in a red/blue SOLO cup. Decorate your cup |
(Age 14 and over) Assisted:
922. | Homemade special occasion greeting card |
923. | Beaded necklace |
924. | Decorate a can or box of food to be donated, label visible. |
925. | Wooden Spoon Farm Animal |
926. | Fair Themed picture made from dry pasta |
927. | Sock Puppet |
Photography
General Class Rules:
1. No photos downloaded from the internet
2. Photographer of photo cannot appear in photo - exception Class 1001
3. Photos are to be in colour & non-panoramic unless otherwise specified.
4. Photos must not be time delayed - exception Class 1001
5. Digital photographs permitted – no digital enhancement permitted.
6. A photo can be entered in only one category.
7. All photos must be appropriate for a family friendly display
8. All pictures MUST be mounted on white Bristol board or cardstock with 1.3 cm (1/2”) border.
9. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1
Sections:
1001. | Black & White - Self Portrait |
1002. | Black & White - Landscape |
1003. | Black & White - Photographer's choice |
1004. | Black & White - Shadows |
1005. | Agriculture in Action |
1006. | Spring i.e., spring blooms, melting ice, Easter, new babies (calf, foal, etc.) |
1007. | Out and About Brooklin |
1008. | Group of people (3 or more) |
1009. | A picture depicting the fair theme |
1010. | Natural reflections |
1011. | Industrial reflections |
1012. | Made in Canada |
1013. | Brooklin Spring Fair Grounds |
1014. | In the Garden |
1015. | Special Event |
1016. | Picture with caption (no names) |
1017. | Silhouettes |
1018. | "What is it-" (no captions) |
1019. | Architectural details |
1020. | Photographer's choice (colour photo only) |
1021. | Honouring our Frontline Staff |
1022. | Four Letter Word 4 photos mounted together of letters found in architecture/nature |
1023. | Fair Parade |
1024. | World Travel |
1025. | What's for dinner? A photo of a fancy meal |
1026. | Zoomed in on nature-a macro photo |
1027. | Family Ties |
1028. | Taking Flight |
Horticulture
General Class Rules:
- Houseplants should be exhibited in their growing pots only. They must have been in the possession and care of the exhibitor for at least three months.
- Exhibitors shall enter only one entry per section.
- Exhibitors must identify plants on the front of the entry tag where stipulated.
- All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
- Purchased flowers (both artificial and real) may be used only for design arrangements where specified.
- All floral specimens must be displayed in clear, uncoloured containers.
- All vegetable specimens must be displayed on a paper plate, unless otherwise specified.
- All horticulture will be judged according to the Ontario Judging and Exhibition Standards for Horticulture and Floral Design, publication 34/2003
- No Cannabis plants/products or edibles may be entered in any category.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Flower Specimens, bulbs, corms, tubers:
1101. | Narcissus (daffodil), any type (one scape) |
1102. | Tulip, single, any colour (one bloom) |
1103. | Tulip, collection, any type, 3 different cultivars (3 blooms) |
1104. | Lilac, single, any colour, maximum length 24" (1 branch) |
1105. | Lilac, double, any colour, maximum length 24" (1 branch) |
1106. | Iris, any colour, height suitable for container (1 spike) |
1107. | Early blooms, any flower - must be identified |
Perennials:
1108. | Bleeding Heart (Dicentra), pink, maximum length 19" (1 stem) |
1109. | Columbine (Aquilegia), any colour (1 spray) |
1110. | Perennial, any other, must be identified ( 1 stem) |
Houseplants:
1111. | African Violet (Saintpaulia), standard, single crown (1 pot) |
1112. | Orchid, any colour (1 pot) |
1113. | Propagation, plant grown from cutting- must be identified (1 pot) |
1114. | Overwintered annual, annual plant grown indoors- must be identified (1 pot) |
Vegetables:
1115. | Asparagus, uniform in width and length, approx. 8" in length (3 stalks) |
1116. | Chives, bulb not to be shown (5 stems) |
1117. | Lettuce, any type- can be shown on damp paper towel, on plate (1 plant) |
1118. | Rhubarb, 1 cultivar, crisp, pulled out, cut tops 1 ½" into fan shape and tied (3 stalks) |
1119. | Vegetable started from seed indoors, any type, must be identified (1 pot) |
Design:
1120. | Interpretive design using fair theme. Accessories allowed. |
1121. | Candy Floss- design in a cone shaped container- not to exceed 9.8"x9.8" |
1122. | Terrarium, in glass container with succulent |
1123. | Display of pressed flowers on cardstock size 4" x 4" |
1124. | Carved radishes, 3 radishes carved into flowers - displayed on a plate |
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chips Cookie Competition
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition
1. Open to all youth up to age 15 years as of December 31, 2023.
2. All work on the entry must be completed by the exhibitor entering the competition.
3. Winner agrees to compete at District 4 level Annual Meeting in October 2023. The winning cookies from District 4 go on to the OAAS Annual Convention in Toronto, February 2024, with recipe attached.
4. By entering an OAAS competition, the exhibitor agrees to allow their name and exhibit to be part of any promotional activities related to the competition.
5. Must be 6 cookies displayed on a clean, sturdy plate (no paper plates) inside of a clear plastic bag.
6. No nuts.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $8, 3rd: $6, 4th: $4
Sections:
1201. | OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookies, 6 |
OAAS Plain Chocolate Chip Cookie Competition Judging Standards
25 General Appearance
25 Internal Appearance and Texture
50 Flavour
Junior Talents
General Class Rules:
1. In fairness, all entries must be done by the child.
2. Child must enter in their appropriate grade category or UP.
3. Child’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
JK/SK:
1301. | Paper plate farm animal |
1302. | Coloured farm animal page - from colouring book Max. size 8 ½" x 11" |
1303. | Decorated tin can |
1304. | Farm animal made from egg carton |
1305. | Crayon Leaf Rubbing max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1306. | Favourite stickers on paper plate |
1307. | Construction paper sunflower decorated with sunflower seeds |
Grade 1-2:
1308. | Create a handmade bracelet |
1309. | Crayon self portrait max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1310. | Handmade Christmas tree decoration |
1311. | Playdoh farm animal |
1312. | Create an article of weaving using scraps of material |
1313. | Creation using Tim Hortons cup |
1314. | Clothes pin animal |
Grade 3-4:
1315. | Grow your own crystals with salt or sugar in a small glass jar |
1316. | Create a bracelet using beads |
1317. | Make your own slime 1 cup in a resealable, leak proof container |
1318. | Design a Brooklin Spring Fair Badge or Crest colour or black and white not computer generated, max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1319. | Embellished/decorated first initial mounted on 8 ½" x 11" paper |
1320. | Origami item |
Grade 5-6:
1321. | Design a Brooklin Spring Fair badge or crest (not computer generated) |
1322. | Friendship bracelet using embroidery floss |
1323. | Farm landscape painting |
1324. | A tractor made from Lego type blocks (displayed in a shallow box) max size 11.8x15.7" |
1325. | Make a 3-D Mask |
1326. | Item made from duct tape |
Grade 7-8:
1327. | Design a logo for the Brooklin Spring Fair - max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1328. | Design a farm themed Decorate Tile (on paper), repeated 4 times - max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1329. | Handmade jewelry - 2-piece set |
1330. | Local Dairy Farms - Write about how we can use local dairy products |
1331. | "Gifts in a jar", non-food items displayed in a 1L (1 quart) size jar |
1332. | Sew a fruit, vegetable, or fair food (hot dog, popcorn, ice cream, etc.) |
1333. | Create a pin cushion |
OAAS Youth Poster Competition
OAAS Youth Poster Competition Rules:
1. Child must enter in their appropriate grade category.
2. Child’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
3. In fairness, all entries must be done by the child.
4. Theme: “Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair”.
5. Must be an original hand drawn design.
6. Size minimum 22 cm x 28 cm (8.6” x 11.02”) to maximum of 28 cm x 44 cm (11.02” x 17.32”) without border.
7. Entry must be centered on a cardstock or Bristol board exposing approximately a 5.5 cm (2.16”) border on all four sides.
8. The winning poster from this class will be eligible to enter the District 4 competition in October 2023. District winners will be eligible to enter the Provincial competition at the February 2024 Ontario Associate of Agricultural Societies Convention.
9. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $12, 2nd: $10, 3rd: $8
Youth Poster: OAAS Junior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children up to and including grade 4
1401. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Youth Poster: OAAS Intermediate Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 5 to 8 inclusive
1402. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Youth Poster: OAAS Senior Poster:
In addition to the general Class Rules above, 1. Open to children in grades 9 to 12 inclusive
1403. | Create a poster. Theme: "Promoting the Brooklin Spring Fair" |
Judging Standards for OAAS Youth Poster Competition (All Sections):
50 Overall Appearance
35 Creativity and Design
15 OAAS Criteria (size, material, theme, hand drawn)
Junior Photography
General Class Rules:
1. Pictures must be taken by exhibitor and entered in the correct age category.
2. No photos downloaded from the internet.
3. Photographer of photo cannot appear in photo - exception Class 1512.
4. Photos are to be in colour & non-panoramic unless otherwise specified.
5. Photos must not be time delayed - exception Class 1512.
6. Digital photographs permitted – no digital enhancement permitted.
7. No person may enter more than one article in any one section. A photo can be entered in only one category.
8. All photos must be appropriate for a family friendly display.
9. All pictures MUST be mounted on white Bristol board or cardstock with 1.3 cm (1/2”) border.
10. Exhibits not adhering to the above rules will not be judged.
Prizes: 1st: $3, 2nd: $2, 3rd: $1
Grade 6 and Under:
1501. | Grade 6 and under: Farming |
1502. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Small pet dog |
1503. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Large pet dog |
1504. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Pet cat |
1505. | Grade 6 and under: 1 - Other pet |
1506. | Grade 6 and under: My Backyard |
1507. | Grade 6 and under: Buddies |
1508. | Grade 6 and under: Fair Fun |
1509. | Grade 6 and under: Bugs! |
Grade 7-12:
1510. | My Hero |
1511. | Old Graffiti |
1512. | A Selfie |
1513. | Sporting Event |
1514. | Rainstorm |
1515. | What is it- (No Caption) |
1516. | Your Dream Car |
1517. | Any Brooklin Street sign |
1518. | Photographer's Choice (Colour photo only) |
1519. | Finding My Favourite Colour |
1520. | Photographer's Choice |
Junior Horticulture
General Class Rules
- Houseplants should be exhibited in their growing pots only. They must have been in the possession and care of the exhibitor for at least three months.
- Exhibitors shall enter only one entry per section.
- Exhibitors must identify plants on the front of the entry tag where stipulated.
- All exhibits must not have been previously shown at the Brooklin Spring Fair.
- Purchased flowers (both artificial and real) may be used only for design arrangements where specified.
- All floral specimens must be displayed in clear, uncoloured containers.
- All vegetable specimens must be displayed on a paper plate, unless otherwise specified.
- All horticulture will be judged according to the Ontario Judging and Exhibition Standards for Horticulture and Floral Design, publication 34/2003
- No Cannabis plants/products or edibles may be entered in any category.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Flower Specimens, bulbs, corms, tubers:
1601. | Iris, any type, any colour (1 bloom) |
1602. | Lily of The Valley, blooms with some foliage (3 stems) |
1603. | Narcissus, (daffodil), any type (1 scape) |
1604. | Tulip, single, any colour (1 bloom) |
Houseplants:
1605. | Plant grown for foliage, must be identified (1 pot) |
Vegetables:
1606. | Rhubarb, 1 cultiver, pulled out, tops cut 1 ½ ", in fan shape, tied and presented on plate. |
1607. | Ny other vegetable, identified, presented on plate |
Just for Fun Amateur Horticulture Corner - Design:
1608. | Fair theme arrangement using fresh flowers, accessories allowed |
1609. | Crazy Critter, crazy shaped fruit or vegetable, decorated to create strange creature, displayed on plate |
1610. | Mini greenhouse ecosystem in a mason jar |
1611. | Carved potato stamp, displayed on small plate with sample stamping |
1612. | Wildflower seed bombs, 3- presented on small plate |
1613. | Fairy house terrarium, in a glass container, containing at least 1 plant |
1614. | Pressed Flower Clay Ornament |
1615. | Rainboot filled with Artificial Flower Arrangement, accessories allowed. |
1616. | Design a Pollinator Garden on paper, drawn by hand |
JK/SK:
1617. | If I could be a vegetable, I would be a … pick a vegetable and make it you by adding a super silly face. |
Grade 1-2:
1618. | Create a "grass head" using nylons, soil and grass seed presented in a cup |
Grade 3-4:
1619. | Build a Sponge Grass House using household sponges and grass seed |
Grade 5-6:
1620. | Grow a tomato plant, upside down in a clear plastic bottle, with strings to hang |
Junior Sewing
General Class Rules:
1. All entries from Class 1700 must have a sample of fabric attached to the Entry Tag of at least 5.1x7.6cm (2x3")
2. Articles may have been worn but must be cleaned and odor free before being exhibited and may not be more than 2 years old.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3
Sections:
1701. | Pet Bandana |
1702. | Coasters, set of 4 |
1703. | Hair scrunchies, set of 3 |
1704. | Pillowcase, standard size 20" x 26" for beginners |
1705. | Patchwork pillowcase, standard size 20" x 26" |
1706. | Small tote bag, size 13" x 10" |
1707. | Upcycled shirt, attach a "before" image |
Junior Sewing Community Service Projects
The Laundry Bags will become property of the Brooklin Spring Fair. Laundry Bags will be donated to a local cancer treatment centre.
Materials needed for Laundry Bag:
• Cotton fabric, two pieces 45.7x61.0 cm (18 x 24")
• Cord, 2 pieces measuring 101.6 cm (40") in length
Directions
1. With right sides of fabric facing, using a 0.6 cm (1/4") seam allowance, stitch along the bottom edge, and the 2 long sides, stopping 3.8 cm (1 1/2") from the top from edge.
2. Fold over the top edge by 1.9 cm (3/4"). Then fold over again.
3. Stitch along the top edge to secure the folded edge.
4. Turn the laundry bag out the right way.
5. Thread the cord through the left side through the channel and around the opening of the bag, exiting from the left side.
6. Repeat on the right side. Tie the ends of the cord together.
7. Creativity permitted.
1708. | 18 years and Under - One Attractive Laundry Bag Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2, others: $0 finished size 43.2x55.9cm (17"x22") |
Young Adults - Grades 9-12
Young Adults – Grades 9 - 12
General Class Rules:
1. Exhibitor’s name and grade must appear on the entry tag.
Prizes: 1st: $10, 2nd: $7, 3rd: $5
Sections:
1801. | Create a mandala, no swearing |
1802. | String art (base must be wood and nails) 20.32 cm x 20.32 cm (8"x 8") |
1803. | Create a tattoo design - family friendly max size 10.16 cm x 10.16 cm (4" x 4") |
1804. | Article of sewing - pajama pants |
1805. | Family tree - drawn using a tree max size 8 ½" x 11" |
1806. | Create a split picture - by cutting a 5x7" photo of yourself in half and then recreate the missing half mounted on 8 ½" x 11" paper |
1807. | Article of woodworking |
Specials:
1808. | Poem about Heroes sponsored by Mayor Elizabeth Roy |
1809. | Sadie Hawkins Corsage From the high school dances of the past, revive the art of corsages made from veggies. A similar challenge has been made to the Exhibitors in the Class 500: Seniors and it will be interesting to see who outdoes who!! |
Junior Culinary Arts
General Class Rules:
18 YEARS AND UNDER
RULES:
1. All entries must be exhibited on a disposable plain white plate & placed in a re-sealable plastic bag, unless noted otherwise.
2. The child's name and age must appear on the entry tag placed on the outside of the bag.
3. In fairness, all entries must be handmade and done by one individual child.
4. Group baking is not permitted unless otherwise stated.
5. No commercial mixes are to be used, unless noted.
6. Please refer to Homecraft Section Rules for complete rules.
Prizes: 1st: $5, 2nd: $4, 3rd: $3, 4th: $2
Sections:
1901. | Rice Krispy squares 3 squares |
1902. | Peanut butter cookies 3 cookies |
1903. | Oatmeal cookies 3 cookies |
1904. | Banana muffins 3 muffins |
1905. | ½ Loaf |
1906. | 1/4 Apple pie |
1907. | 1/4 Chocolate cake from a mix |
1908. | Brownies from a mix 3 brownies |
1909. | White cupcakes from a mix 3 cupcakes |
1910. | Favourite homemade candy 3 pieces |
1911. | Chocolate fudge plain 3 pieces |
1912. | Unbaked cookies or squares 3 cookies or squares |
1913. | Decorated bagel |
1914. | Large decorated cookie 1 cookie |
1915. | Decorated cupcakes 3 cupcakes |
1916. | Decorated novelty cake |
1917. | Decorated sugar cookies in the Fair theme 3 cookies |
GROUP COOKIE/SQUARE COMPETITION RULES
1. Entries must be entered by a group of 3 or more individuals, such as a school, club, family etc.
2. Include contact name and total number of participants.
1918. | Group - Chocolate chip cookies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3, others: $0 3 cookies |
1919. | Group - No bake cookies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3, others: $0 3 cookies |
1920. | Group - Oatmeal cookies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3, others: $0 3 cookies |
1921. | Group - Brownies Prizes: 1st: $6, 2nd: $5, 3rd: $4, 4th: $3, others: $0 3 brownies |