Date of Show: August 13 - 22, 2026
Time of Show: During Fair Hours
Location: Farm Bureau Expo Center

Chairman: Frances Baker, (615) 310-1249
Advisor: Samantha Wyatt, FCS Agent, (615) 444-9584

Register online or all entries must be brought to the Farm Bureau Expo Center and register each entry.

Online Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 5
In-Person Registration & Entry Drop-Off: Friday, August 7- Saturday, August 8, 10 AM-3 PM
Location: Farm Bureau Expo Center
Pickup: Sunday, August 23, 1-3 PM

1. No person may enter more than one exhibit in any one lot.
2. Prizes will be awarded on decision of the judges.
3. All exhibits must be entered between 10 AM and 3 PM on Friday, August 7, 2026 and Saturday, August 8, 2026.
4. All exhibits are to be removed Sunday, August 23, 2026 between the hours of 1 and 3 PM.
5. Claim stubs are needed to pick up entry items.
6. All entries must have been made since August 1, 2025 with the exception of antiques.
7. Entries must have NEVER been exhibited before.
8. Soiled articles will NOT be accepted.
9. Exhibitors must be 19 years old or older.
10. Entries must be crafted by exhibitor to be eligible. Commercially produced items will be disqualified.
11. Competition open only to Wilson County residents or members of Wilson County Family and Community Education Clubs.
12. Wilson County Promotions will not be responsible for any loss or damage to entries.
13. No entry may be removed before the date and time specified in rule #4.
14. Wilson County Promotions will not be responsible for any entry left past the time specified in rule #4.
15. Any winning entry that does not comply with rule #5 & rule #6 will be disqualified.
16. Best of Show ribbons will be awarded in each division. Each Best of Show ribbon winner will win additional prize money for that award.
17. For specific food preservation rules, please see separate instructions under Food Preservation section.
18. No exhibitors will be allowed in the exhibition area during judging at the request of the judges and at the discretion of the Chairman. This will be enforced.

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

Wilson County residents must enter in the same classes & lots in the Wilson County Competitions to enter in the State Canning Competition.

Food Preservation Entry Requirements
1. Entries must be in clean, standard canning jars (no mayonnaise or specialty jars) with new, single-use two-pieced lids and rings.
2. No fabric covers or decorative overlays.
3. All products must be prepared using tests, approved recipes (USDA, Ball, pectin brands, or National Center for Home Food Preservation guidelines, 2009 or later).
4. A completed Wilson County Fair Food Preservation Label must be attached to each entry. Labels available above.
5. Unsealed, spoiled, or moldy entries will be discarded; jars will be returned at pick-up.
6. Judging follows USDA/Extension guidelines. For approved recipes, visit nchfp.uga.edu.

Class 1 - Jam, Jelly, Preserves-Canned
(Pint or half pint)
Lot 1. Blackberry Jam
Lot 2. Blueberry Jam
Lot 3. Strawberry Jam
Lot 4. Strawberry Preserves
Lot 5. Pear Preserves
Lot 6. Peach Preserves
Lot 7. Plum Preserves
Lot 8. Cherry Preserves
Lot 9. Plum Butter
Lot 10. Peach Butter
Lot 11. Apple Butter
Lot 12. Grape Jelly
Lot 13. Apple Jelly
Lot 14. Blackberry Jelly
Lot 15. Plum Jelly
Lot 16. Raspberry Jelly
Lot 17. Peach Jelly
Lot 18. Blueberry Jelly
Lot 19. Pepper Jelly
Lot 20. Mint Jelly
Lot 21. Marmalade (Any Kind)
Lot 22. Conserves, (Any Kind)

Class 2 - Pickles - Canned
(Pint or Quart)
Lot 1. Bread and Butter Pickles
Lot 2. Beet Pickles
Lot 3. Cinnamon Pickles
Lot 4. Sweet Pickles - Sliced
Lot 5. Sweet Pickles - Whole
Lot 6. Squash Pickles
Lot 7. Okra Pickles
Lot 8. Peach Pickles
Lot 9. Pickled Brussel Sprouts
Lot 10. Pickled Pears
Lot 11. Pickled Peppers
Lot 12. Pickled Carrots
Lot 13. Pickled Green Beans
Lot 14. Pickled Onions
Lot 15. Pickled Green Tomatoes
Lot 16. Dill - Sliced
Lot 17. Dill - Whole
Lot 18. Dill - Spears

Class 3 - Relishes - Canned
(Pint or Quart)
Lot 1. Chile Salsa
Lot 2. Chow Chow
Lot 3. Pepper Relish
Lot 4. Pickle Relish
Lot 5. Corn Relish
Lot 6. Green Tomato Relish
Lot 7. Pear Relish
Lot 8. Salsa
Lot 9. Squash Relish
Lot 10. Dill Relish
Lot 11. Chutney (Any Kind)

Class 4 - Vegetables - Canned
(Pint or Quart)
Lot 1. Green Beans
Lot 2. Tomatoes
Lot 3. Tomato Juice
Lot 4. Soup Mixture
Lot 5. English Peas
Lot 6. Potatoes
Lot 7. Carrots
Lot 8. Shellie Green Beans
Lot 9. Field Peas
Lot 10. Corn - Creamed
Lot 11. Corn - Whole Kernel
Lot 12. Okra
Lot 13. Mixed Vegetables
Lot 14. Purple Hull Peas
Lot 15. Turnip Greens

Class 5 - Fruits - Canned
(Pint or Quart)
Lot 1. Peaches
Lot 2. Pears
Lot 3. Blackberries
Lot 4. Apples
Lot 5. Applesauce
Lot 6. Blueberries
Lot 7. Plums
Lot 8. Pie Filling (Any Kind)

Class 6 - Dehydrated Fruits, Dehydrated Vegetables & Jerky
(Pint Jars)
Lot 1. Apples
Lot 2. Peaches
Lot 3. Field Peas
Lot 4. Beans - Lima
Lot 5. Beef Jerky
Lot 6. Deer Jerky

Class 7 - Herbs, Dehydrated
(Half Pint or Pint)
Lot 1. Basil
Lot 2. Dill - Crushed
Lot 3. Mint
Lot 4. Oregano
Lot 5. Parsley
Lot 6. Sage
Lot 7. Thyme
Lot 8. Cilantro
Lot 9. Rosemary
Lot 10. Bay Leaves
Lot 11. Herb Blend

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

All sewing entries must be constructed by exhibitor.

Class 1 - Adult Ready-To-Wear
Lot 1. Jacket
Lot 2. Skirt
Lot 3. Pants
Lot 4. Shirt
Lot 5. Aprons (Homemade)
Lot 6. Casual Wear - 1 or 2 Piece
Lot 7. Best Dressed Informal
Lot 8. Formal Wear
Lot 9. Accessories
Lot 10. Miscellaneous - Constructed

Class 2 - Children's Ready-to-Wear
Lot 1. Casual Wear - Boy
Lot 2. Casual Wear - Girl
Lot 3. Best Dressed Informal - Boy
Lot 4. Best Dressed Informal - Girl
Lot 5. Party Wear - Child
Lot 6. Shirt
Lot 7. Skirt
Lot 8. Costume
Lot 9. Miscellaneous

Class 3 - Clothing
Lot 1. Applique
Lot 2. Embroidery - Clothing
Lot 3. Clothing - Embellished
Lot 4. Clothing - Hand Smocked
Lot 5. Clothing - Constructed From Quilt *NEW*
Lot 6. Clothing - Reversed Appliqued *NEW*

Class 4 - Infant Ready-to-Wear
Lot 1. Burp Cloths
Lot 2. Bibs
Lot 3. Misc. (Other Than Above)

Class 5 - Clothing (Doll Clothes)
Lot 1. Dress
Lot 2. Pants
Lot 3. Skirt
Lot 4. Blouse
Lot 5. Accessory

Premiums: 1st - $12 • 2nd - $9 • 3rd - $7

Class 1 - General Crafts
All jewelry entries to be in box or zip top bag.
Lot 1. Handmade Fabric Doll
Lot 2. Handmade Stuffed Toy
Lot 3. Handmade Toy (Other than Stuffed)
Lot 4. Ceramics
Lot 5. Jewelry - Pin
Lot 6. Jewelry- Necklace
Lot 7. Jewelry - Bracelet
Lot 8. Jewelry - Earrings
Lot 9. Jewelry - Set
Lot 10. Jewelry - Miscellaneous
Lot 11. Decorated Clay Pot
Lot 12. Wreath (Other than Holiday)
Lot 13. Decoupage
Lot 14. Scherenschnitte
Lot 15. Wood (Miniature - Less than 12”)
Lot 16. Wood (Small - Between 12” and 24”)
Lot 17. Wood (Large - Larger than 24”, Not to Exceed 3’ Wide, 4’ Long and 40lbs.)
Lot 18. Leather
Lot 19. Table Decoration (Other than Holiday)
Lot 20. Items made from Recycled Material (Small - Under 24”)
Lot 21. Items made from Recycled Material (Large - 25” or Above, but Not to Exceed 3’ & No More Than 40lbs.)
Lot 22. Items Made from Duct Tape
Lot 23. Quilling
Lot 24. Items Made from Wilson County Fair Ribbons (Must be Ribbons Won by Exhibitor from Previous Years)
Lot 25. Gift Wrapping (Shirt Box Size - Christmas)
Lot 26. Decorated Gift Bag (Paper - Any Size)
Lot 27. Table Runner (Non-Holiday)
Lot 28. Diamond Dotz - Freestyle
Lot 29. Diamond Dotz (Kit - Size up to 12”)
Lot 30. Diamond Dotz (Kit - Size 13” to 18”)
Lot 31. Diamond Dotz (Kit - Size 19” to 36'', NO LARGER)
Lot 32. Origami
Lot 33. Fabric Basket or Crochet Rag Basket
Lot 34. Misc. Crafts (Other than Above)

Class 2 - Greeting Cards
All entries should be in zip top bag
Lot 1. Iris Folding
Lot 2. Stamped Greeting
Lot 3. Valentine Card
Lot 4. Easter Card
Lot 5. Halloween Card
Lot 6. Thanksgiving Card
Lot 7. Christmas Card
Lot 8. Holiday Card (Other than Above)
Lot 9. Birthday
Lot 10. Miscellaneous

Class 3 - Scrapbooking (1 page)
Lot 1. Birthday
Lot 2. Sports
Lot 3. Easter
Lot 4. Halloween
Lot 5. Thanksgiving
Lot 6. Christmas
Lot 7. Computerized Scrapbook
Lot 8. Baby Shower
Lot 9. Misc. (Other than Above)

Class 4 - Decorative Painting, Tole Painting & Stenciling
Lot 1. Tote Bag - Painted
Lot 2. Painting - Flowers
Lot 3. Painting - Scenery
Lot 4. Painting - Animals
Lot 5. Painting - Miscellaneous
Lot 6. Stenciling (Other than Tote Bags)
Lot 7. Decorated Clothing Articles - Painted
Lot 8. Crayon Coloring on Fabric

Class 5 - Crochet
Lot 1. Pillow
Lot 2. Baby - Dress
Lot 3. Baby - Sweater
Lot 4. Baby - Cap
Lot 5. Baby - Booties
Lot 6. Baby - Crib Blanket
Lot 7. Sweater
Lot 8. Doll Clothes
Lot 9. Vest
Lot 10. Edging
Lot 11. Scarf
Lot 12. Afghan - Popcorn Stitch
Lot 13. Afghan - Granny Square
Lot 14. Afghan - Ripple
Lot 15. Afghan - Raised Flower
Lot 16. Afghan - Baby
Lot 17. Afghan - Miscellaneous
Lot 18. Doily - Small
Lot 19. Doily - Large
Lot 20. Collars
Lot 21. Purse or Bags
Lot 22. Toys (Small up to 12”)
Lot 23. Toys (Large 13” & Above)
Lot 24. Adult Hats
Lot 25. Shawl
Lot 26. Crochet - Miscellaneous

Class 6 - Knitting
Lot 1. Afghan
Lot 2. Sweater
Lot 3. Scarf
Lot 4. Baby - Sweater
Lot 5. Baby - Cap
Lot 6. Baby - Booties
Lot 7. Baby - Crib Blanket
Lot 8. Vest
Lot 9. Socks
Lot 10. Edging
Lot 11. Hat
Lot 12. Toys
Lot 13. Shawl
Lot 14. Gloves
Lot 15. Miscellaneous

Class 7 - General Needle Work
Lot 1. Hooked Rug Kit
Lot 2. Placemats (Set of Two)
Lot 3. Tablecloth - Embroidery and/or Cross-Stitch
Lot 4. Towels (Dish or Hand) - Completely Handmade
Lot 5. Towel (Dish or Hand) - Bought and Decorated
Lot 6. Swedish Weaving
Lot 7. Tatting
Lot 8. Pillow - Embroidered
Lot 9. Pillow - Stitched Appliqué
Lot 10. Pillow - Cross-Stitching
Lot 11. Pillow – Pieced
Lot 12. Pillow – Misc. (Other than Above)
Lot 13. Needlepoint (Under 15'')
Lot 14. Needlepoint (15'' and Above)
Lot 15. Needlepoint on Plastic Canvas
Lot 16. Hand Embroidery – Plain, Ribbon, Satin, Crewel (Under 15'')
Lot 17. Hand Embroidery – Plain, Ribbon, Satin, Crewel (15'' and Above)
Lot 18. Tote Bag – Fabric
Lot 19. Decorated Clothing - Misc.
Lot 20. Mug Rug or Coaster (Set of 2)
Lot 21. Machine Embroidery (Under 15'')
Lot 22. Machine Embroidery (15'' and Above)
Lot 23. Wall Hanging (Non-Quilted, 18''x24'' to 30''x42'') *NEW*

Class 8 - Cross Stitch
(Framed items must have hanger tab or wire)
Lot 1. Cross Stitch - 6-11
Lot 2. Cross Stitch - 12-17
Lot 3. Cross Stitch - 18-22
Lot 4. Cross Stitch - Over 22
Lot 5. Utility Cross Stitch
Lot 6. Stamped Cross Stitch

Class 9 - Holiday Crafts, Amateurs Only
Must be a holiday-themed, no seasonal. (Hanging frames must include a hanger tab or wire)
Lot 1. Christmas Table Decorations
Lot 2. Valentine Table Decorations
Lot 3. Easter Table Decorations
Lot 4. Halloween Table Decorations
Lot 5. Thanksgiving Table Decorations
Lot 6. Misc. Holiday Table Decorations (Other Holidays Not Listed)
Lot 7. Holiday Table Runner
Lot 8. Christmas Door Decorations
Lot 9. Valentine Door Decorations
Lot 10. Easter Door Decorations
Lot 11. Halloween Door Decorations
Lot 12. Thanksgiving Door Decorations
Lot 13. Miscellaneous Holiday Door Decorations (Other Holidays Not Listed)
Lot 14. Christmas Ornament (1) - Counted Cross-Stitch
Lot 15. Christmas Ornament (1) - Needlepoint on Plastic Canvas
Lot 16. Christmas Ornament (1) - Crochet
Lot 17. Christmas Ornament (1) - Hand Painted
Lot 18. Christmas Ornament (1) - Cork
Lot 19. Christmas Ornament (1) - Gnome
Lot 20. Christmas Ornament (1) - Angels (Small - Up to 6”)
Lot 21. Christmas Ornament (1) - Angels (Large - 7” & Above)
Lot 22. Christmas Ornament (1) - Beaded
Lot 23. Christmas Ornament (1) - Santa Claus
Lot 24. Christmas Ornament (1) - Snowman
Lot 25. Christmas Ornament (1) - Nativity
Lot 26. Christmas Ornament (1) - Fabric
Lot 27. Christmas Ornament (1) - Grinch *NEW*
Lot 28. Christmas Ornament (1) - Misc.
Lot 29. Christmas Stocking
Lot 30. Holiday Clothing
Lot 31. Christmas Tree Skirt - Misc.
Lot 32. Holiday Pillow
Lot 33. Misc. Holiday Crafts (Not Listed Above)

Class 10 - Quilts
All Bed Quilts must be 85''x108'' & Above
Lot 1. Hand Pieced and Hand Quilted (70'' to 112'')
Lot 2. Hand Pieced and Machine Quilted (70'' to 112'')
Lot 3. Machine Pieced and Hand Quilted (70'' to 112'')
Lot 4. Patriotic Quilt
Lot 5. Appliqued - Hand Quilted or Machine Quilted (70'' to 112'')
Lot 6. Embroidery Quilt (70'' to 90'') *NEW*
Lot 7. Cross Stitch - Hand Quilted
Lot 8. Multiple Technique - Hand Quilted
Lot 9. Multiple Technique - Machine Quilted
Lot 10. Wall Hanging - Hand Quilted (Small 1-17", Medium 18-29", Large 30-42")
Lot 11. Wall Hanging - Machine Quilted (Small 1-17", Medium 18-29", Large 30-42")
Lot 12. Lap Quilt - (36" by 70")
Lot 13. Miniature Quilt (Less than 20”) - Hand Quilted
Lot 14. Miniature Quilt Lless than 20”) - Machine Quilted
Lot 15. Quilt - Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted (Large, 70'' to 112'')
Lot 16. Quilt - Machine Pieced, Machine Quilted (Baby, 28'' to 52'')
Lot 17. Machine Applique Machine Quilted (Large)
Lot 18. Machine Applique Machine Quilted (Baby, 28'' to 52'')
Lot 19. T-Shirt Quilt
Lot 20. Art or Collage Quilt
Lot 21. Quilt made by Men - Hand or Machine Quilted
Lot 22. Couch Throws (50”x75”)
Lot 23. Paper Piecing
Lot 24. Holiday Quilt
Lot 25. Strip Quilt
Lot 26. Machine Quilted - Misc.
Lot 27. Hand Quilted - Misc.
Lot 28. Club Quilts - Must be made as a joint effort by the club entering it and never have been entered at a previous fair. (This includes FCE, Senior Citizen Groups, etc.)

Class 11 - Basketry - No Fabric
(Fabric basket can be found in class 1, Lot 33)
Lot 1. Decorative
Lot 2. Market (Small)
Lot 3. Market (Large)
Lot 4. Classic Utility (Must have specific work usage: egg, pie, picnic etc.)
Lot 5. Solid Bottom Utility Basket (Must have specific work usage: egg, pie, picnic, etc.)
Lot 6. Quilt Basket
Lot 7. Misc. Basket (Not Listed Above)
Lot 8. Purse Basket *NEW*
Lot 9. Holiday Basket *NEW*

Class 12 - Gourds
Lot 1. Classic Utility Gourd (Bowl, Bird House, Ladle, etc.)
Lot 2. Decorated Gourd
Lot 3. Gourd Jewelry
Lot 4. Christmas Tree Ornament
Lot 5. Holiday Decoration
Lot 6. Southwest Theme Gourd
Lot 7. Pine Needle Weaving Gourd
Lot 8. Woodburning Gourd
Lot 9. Misc. Gourd (Not Listed Above)

Class 13 - Spinning/Weaving
Lot 1. Handspun Animal Fiber Skein
Lot 2. Wool, Felted Items
Lot 3. Woven Garment (Woven Fabric - Coat, Vest, Jacket, etc.)
Lot 4. Woven Accessories (Pillow, Rug, Placemats (2), Table Runner, Bag Table Toppers, etc.)
Lot 5. Loom Weaving
Lot 6. Bobbin Lace *NEW*

Class 14 - Tie Dye
Lot 1. Adult Clothing - T-Shirts
Lot 2. Adult Clothing - All Other
Lot 3. Children’s Clothing
Lot 4. Accessories
Lot 5. Miscellaneous

Class 15 - Current Trends
Lot 1. Gnomes - Any Medium
Lot 2. Rock Painting (Small)
Lot 3. Rock Painting (Large)
Lot 4. Cork Art (Small), Other Than Ornament
Lot 5. Cork Art (Large)
Lot 6. Resin Art
Lot 7. Button Art (Framed)
Lot 8. Paint by Number
Lot 9. Acrylic Paint Pour Art
Lot 10. Coloring Page - Colored Pencils
Lot 11. Coloring Page - Art Markers
Lot 12. Pin Cushions (Small)
Lot 13. Pin Cushions (Large)
Lot 14. Fabric Gift Bags
Lot 15. Craft Cutting Machine Items
Lot 16. Grain & Seed Art
Lot 17. Amigurumi (Up to 6")
Lot 18. Amigurumi (7" or Above)
Lot 19. Busted Canvas
Lot 20. Macrame *NEW*
Lot 21. Crafts Made from Clothespins *NEW*

Class 16 - Antique & Vintage
(45 years or older - Please provide a brief history on a 3"x5" card)
Lot 1. Apron
Lot 2. Fabric Toy
Lot 3. Knitted or Crocheted Item
Lot 4. Basket
Lot 5. Jewelry
Lot 6. Clothing
Lot 7. Antique Quilt
Lot 8. Antique Quilt Top (Not Made Into Quilt)

Class 17 - Agricultural Commodity
(These items must feature the current year's agricultural commodity: Year of Forestry)
Lot 1. Sewn Item - Clothing
Lot 2. Sewn Item - Other
Lot 3. Paper Craft
Lot 4. Toy
Lot 5. Jewelry
Lot 6. Wreath
Lot 7. Table Decoration
Lot 8. Painting
Lot 9. Cross-Stitch
Lot 10. Needlework (Non-Cross-Stitch)
Lot 11. Holiday
Lot 12. Quilt
Lot 13. Wall Hanging
Lot 14. Miscellaneous (Not Listed Above)

Class 18 - America's 250th Celebration! *NEW*
(For 2026 Only)
Lot 1. Sewn Item - Clothing
Lot 2. Sewn Item - Other
Lot 3. Paper Craft
Lot 4. Wreath
Lot 5. Table Decoration
Lot 6. Painting
Lot 7. Cross-Stitch