The Hobbies and Handicrafts section of the Orsett County Show

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Chief Steward

Hon. Secretary

 The hobbies and handicrafts tent is always very popular at the Orsett Country Show, Essex
Miss Linda Raven  (Tel: 01708 855201) Mrs Janis Parmenter
   
Entry Secretary

Stewards

Miss Carole Raven

Mrs Elsie Raven
37 St Marys Road Mrs Beverley Harrison
Chadwell St Mary Mrs Lynne De’Ath
Essex Mrs Joyce Cudby
RM16 4JX Mr Bob Cudby
Tel: 01375 841573

Miss Lynn Gisby
 Email: carole-raven@virginmedia.com

Miss Megan Raven
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REGULATIONS APPLYING TO ALL EXHIBITS IN THE HOBBIES AND HANDICRAFTS SECTION

  1. The exact number and kind of articles mentioned in the schedule of classes must be exhibited, otherwise the exhibit will be disqualified.

  2. Exhibitor cards and produce labels etc. can be collected from the H&H Marquee during the times given in Regulation 10 below. The cards must be placed face down with each exhibit.

  3. The decision of the Judges shall be final and they shall have discretionary power in cases where the exhibits are of doubtful quality, or where there are not more than three competitors, to diminish or withhold any of the prizes offered.

  4. The Stewards reserve the right to refuse any entry in any Class.

  5. The Stewards will not be answerable for any damage or loss that may occur to any exhibit.

  6. In the event of any doubt or dispute by any exhibitor regarding the interpretation of these Regulations, the decision of the Stewards shall be final.

  7. All persons intending to exhibit or compete must obtain an Entry Form from the Entry Secretary or from the Show website, which must be completed and returned by the given closing date.

  8. All articles entered shall, except where stated, be the produce and property of the exhibitor. Any person who is proved to have exhibited produce not his own, shall be disqualified, as determined by the Stewards.

  9. Exhibitors may make more than one entry in a Class, but no single exhibit may be shown in more than one Class and Exhibitors shall not be entitled to more than one award in any one Class.

  10. Exhibits will be received in the H&H Marquee on the Show Ground on Friday between 4pm and 7pm and on Show Day between 7am and 8am. Exhibits received after this time may not be judged.

  11. Judging will begin at 9 am. The H&H Marquee will be open by 11 am, or on conclusion of judging, and will close at 5 pm. Exhibits are not to be removed from the show bench until 5 pm.

  12. The H&H Marquee will be closed to exhibitors and members of the public while judging is in progress. Any exhibitor attempting to gain entry during this time will be disqualified.

  13. Any exhibitor feeling himself aggrieved by any decision or mistake shall give notice in writing to the Chief Steward before 2.30 pm on the day of the Show and shall at the same time deposit with the Chief Steward the sum of £10, which shall be forfeited to the Stewards if such objection or protest be deemed frivolous or unfounded by the Judges or Stewards.

  14. Rosettes and prize money will be awarded at the Stewards table after the presentation of Cups and Trophies. Rosettes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes in each class. Prize money will be awarded as follows: 1st £3, 2nd £2, 3rd £1.

    The Society’s general By-Laws and Regulations shall apply to all entries, exhibitors and persons attending the show. Click here for further details.
     
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HOBBIES AND HANDICRAFTS CLASSES for 2012

Art and Handicrafts   |   Needlework   |   Photography   |   Domestic   |   Preserves
 

ART AND HANDICRAFTS - Judges:  Mrs L. Catton, Mrs C. Turnbull

Class
1.

Handicraft – any article, using hard materials
2. Handicraft – any article, using soft materials
3. Handicraft – any article, group entry
4. Handmade Jewellery
5. Surface Decoration – painting on china, tile or glass
6. Art – etching or drawing
7. Art – painting – oils
8. Art – painting – watercolour
9. Art – painting – pastels
10. Art – any medium – student class – age 17-20 years
11. Hand-made Greetings Card
Junior Art and Handicrafts
(Please state age on entry form)   Entry Fee 30p   
12. Handicraft – using hard materials (e.g. pottery) – age 5 to 10 years
13. Handicraft – using hard materials (e.g. pottery) – age 11 to 16 years
14. Handicraft – using soft materials – age 5 to 10 years
15. Handicraft – using soft materials – age 11 to 16 years
16. Painting/Drawing – age 5 to 10 years
17. Painting/Drawing – age 11 to 16 years
18. Hand-made Greetings Cards – age 5 to 10 years.
19.

Hand-made Greetings Cards – age 11 to 16 years.

NEEDLEWORK - Judges:  Mrs M. Langer, Mrs C. Turnbull and Mrs Lynne De'Ath
(Please state on reverse of Exhibitor Card if designed by you)

   

20. Hand Knitting – any article – lacy stitches

21. Hand Knitting – any article – any stitch other than lacy
22. Crochet – any article – wool
23. Crochet – any article – fine thread
24. Knitting or Crochet – novelty item
25. Sewing – any item
26. Cushion – any fabric – not to exceed 46 x 46 cm (18 x 18 in)
27. Cross-Stitch Picture – unframed (back of stitching must be visible)
28. Cross-Stitch Picture – framed
29. Embroidery – any article – hand-worked - unframed (back of stitching must be visible)
30. Embroidery or Tapestry – framed
31. Bobbin Lace or Tatting
Junior Needlework      
(Please state age on entry form) Entry Fee 30p 
32. Any item covered in classes 18 to 29 – age 8 to 10 years
33. Any item covered in classes 18 to 29 – age 11 to 16 years

PHOTOGRAPHY - Judge:  Mr G. Caile LRPS
All photographs can be home or trade processed, monochrome or colour, but must have been taken by the exhibitor. They should measure a max. 20 x 25 cm (8 x 10in), and be mounted on card with maximum border of 2in. No frame required.
34. Photograph – "Portrait"
35. Photograph – "Unusual Angle"
36. Photograph - "Music" - Student Class - age 17-20 years

Junior Photography

(Please state age on entry form) Entry Fee 30p      
37.

Photograph - "Seaside" - age 5-10 years
38. Photograph - "Dance" - age 11-16 years

DOMESTIC - Judges:  Mrs K. Ballinger, Mrs Archer, Mrs Bell
Exhibits to be placed on paper plates and covered securely with clingfilm or clear plastic bag
39. Eight Homemade Sweets.
40. Carrot cake - using a 20cm (8in approx.) round baking tin
41. Victoria Sandwich with jam filling using a 20cm (8in approx.) maximum round baking tin
42.

Madeira Cake using a 20cm (8in approx.) maximum round baking tin
43. Fruit Cake, using dried fruit only, using a 20cm (8in approx.) maximum round baking tin
44. Double Crust Fruit Pie with shortcrust pastry on a 20cm (8in approx.) maximum plate
45. Six Shortbread Biscuits
46. Ginger Cake - using a 20cm (8in approx.) maximum round baking tin
47. Six Mini Savoury Tarts
48. Six Scones – any variety
49. Six French Macaroons

PRESERVES
Using 350g (12oz) or 450g (16oz) glass jars, covered with cellophane or new twist top
50.

One Jar of Jam or Jelly – any variety
51. One Jar of Marmalade – any variety
52. One Jar of Pickles
53. One Jar of Chutney

Junior Domestic Classes 

(Please state age on entry form) Entry Fee 30p

54.

Cheese Straws on a plate.  Age 5-10 years.
55. Four Decorated Cup Cakes on a plate.  Age 11-16 years.
56. Six Fairy Cakes. Age 5-10 years.
57. Victoria Sandwich with jam filling - using 20cm (8in approx) maximum round baking tin – Age 11-16 years.

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CUPS AND TROPHIES
Cups will be presented in the H&H Marquee at 4.45 pm

All Cups to be held for one year and to be returned to the Cup Steward, cleaned, no later than two weeks before the date of the next Show.

Points awarded as follows 1st 3; 2nd 2; 3rd 1.

In the event of a tie on points, VHC, HC and C awards will be taken into consideration.

Prize Money will be awarded as follows: 1st £3; 2nd £2; 3rd £1.

Art & Handicraft :

  1. G Maryon Wilson Cup – Awarded to the best exhibit in Classes 1 and 2.
Needlework :
  2. Mary Hayes Cup – Awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in the Needlework Classes 25-36.
  3. Ann Carlow-Bunton Award for Knitting and Crochet – Awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in classes 20-24
Domestic :
  4. OH&A Society “Domestic” Cup – Awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in the Domestic Classes 39-53.
Junior :
  5. J D Watt Cup – Awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in the Junior Age Group 5-10 Classes 12, 14, 16, 18, 32, 37, 54 and 56.
  6. Plowright Cup – Awarded to the exhibitor gaining most points in the Junior Age Group 11-16 Classes 13, 15, 17, 19, 33, 38, 55 and 57.
   
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SPECIAL NOTICES

Please attach the supplied label or tag to each exhibit.

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ENTRY FORMS

 ADULT ENTRIES 60p – JUNIOR ENTRIES 30p

PLEASE USE THE SEPARATE ENTRY FORMS FOR ADULT AND JUNIOR CLASSES

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LABELS FOR EXHIBITS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION FROM THE H&H

MARQUEE AT THE TIMES GIVEN IN REGULATION 10 (above)

You can download the entry forms in PDF format here, which you can print out and send off. If you have never downloaded a PDF file before you may need to download some software first by clicking the Adobe Reader link on the right. Alternatively, entry forms are available in the Orsett County Show schedule, free in local shops and libraries.

Adult Entry Form Junior Entry Form

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