DESIGN DIVISION RULES

l. Fresh plant material from local gardens dominates the show. It does not have to be grown by the exhibitor. It may never be dyed or colored and artificial (silk, plastic, whatever), is NEVER permitted. All  designs are to be constructed of ALL fresh plant material unless otherwise stated in the schedule as “dried” or “designer’s choice”.

2. “Dried” designs (Wed. #79, 84, 85, & 100) require ALL dried plant material. Dried material may be treated (painted, glycerined etc.) in any way. Dried designs must be new this year.

3. “Designer’s Choice” applies to the type of plant material (fresh and/or dried) as well as to the type of design (traditional or creative).

4. Flowers may be purchased for classes #94 thru #99 and #119 thru #124 since advanced planning with other components is necessary.

5. Fresh fruits and vegetables may be purchased but must not be cut.

6. Contrived flowers of recognizable plant material are permitted.

7. Landscapes/scenes are not accepted.

8. The American flag may not be used as an underlay or a background for a floral design, nor may it be an accessory or a featured object of a design.

9. Please bring exhibits ready for staging. The committee reserves the right to place exhibits for best staging, so be sure they are constructed so they can be moved if necessary. Classification Chairman will check your entry for conformance before you leave.

10. The Committee cannot be responsible for damage to, or loss of, properties. Address label on underside of container is recommended.

11. Entry tag stubs must be presented for removal of exhibits Thursday evening after 8 pm and Sunday afternoon from 1-7 pm.

ALCOVE – (#94 & #119) is 40” high, 24” wide at back, and 18” deep (wings are approximately 15” deep), painted dark brown. Additional background and drapes permitted.

PEDESTAL – (#95 & #120) is approximately 42” high, 18” diameter, painted white.

TABLES: - SINGLE SETTING – (#96 & #121) Requires appointments for one setting, decorative unit (centerpiece), placemat or cloth. Space provided is 30” by 30” on green covered table. No background.

ROUND FUNCTIONAL – (#97 & #122) . Table is 42” diameter for two settings. Table must be centered under cloth with some overhang.

FUNCTIONAL for four –(#98 & #123) is 42” x 60”. The 60” is the front. Cloth should have about a 10” drop in front.

EXHIBITION TABLE – background is 36” high, 28” wide and 20” deep. Type I (#99) requires a decorative unit (think centerpiece) and one place setting. Type II (#124) requires plant material in the total exhibit, but not in a container.

ALL ITEMS ON TABLES MUST REMAIN FOR THE DURATION OF THE SHOW.

ALL COMPONENTS ARE USED AT YOUR OWN RISK. Do not use flatware. Flowers, foliage, fruits, vegetables and accessories permitted in the decorative units.

The committee furnishes 4 mirrored alcoves, 4 frames, 6 alcoves, 4 pedestals, 3 classes of tables with 4 each, and 4 exhibition table backgrounds. These classes require reservations and are marked with an asterisk(*). On one ticket, an exhibitor may enter one of each of these classes, EXCEPT ONLY 1 TABLE PER TICKET FOR THE WEEK. (+ 1 Ext) If repeated calls still do not reach any reservation clerk listed, please call   Mrs. Meier at 931-5606 or Mrs.

Pferdmenges at 761-5517

 

DESIGN DIVISION

AGRICULTURAL HALL

TUESDAY, August 10, 2010

  'HAMILTON CO. AND THEN SOME'

 

76. GREENHILLS – All green design, including container (and base if used)

77. AMBERLEY VILLAGE- Design featuring yellow flowers

78. EVENDALE – One design in two containers

79. DRY RIDGE – Design using all dried plant material

80. HYDE PARK – Mass design limit 16”wide

81. RISING SUN – In the Oriental manner, showing water

*82. MT. LOOKOUT – MIRRORED ALCOVE –Free standing, no larger than 10” high x 8”wide, reflected on all sides, mirrored alcove provided. By reservation, call Hilda Meier, 931-5606

*83. MT. ADAMS ( Art Museum) – PICTURE FRAME -Frame furnished is 10”high x 8” wide by reservation, call Hilda Meier 931-5606

84. MT. AUBURN (Pill Hill) – All dried material, not to exceed 5” in any dimension

 85.  WALNUT HILLS – in a nutshell All dried material, not to exceed 3” in any dimension

86. ST. BERNARD – CHILDREN’S CLASS

 a. 8 and younger

  b. 9 and older.

87. NORTH COLLEGE HILL – Designer’s choice

88. FAIRFIELD – Roadside material, may use some dried material if it is this year’s “crop”.

89 GLENDALE – Design in an antique container

90 MADEIRA – Design in a bottle

91. MONFORT HEIGHTS – Vertical design

92  WESTWOOD – Design in a wooden container

93  TAYLORS CREEK – FLOATING DESIGN not to exceed 24” in length

*94. GOLF MANOR - ALCOVE By reservation, call Carol Johnson 521-6740

*95  PEACH GROVE– PEDESTAL – Design incorporating fruits and/or vegetables. By reservation, call Carol Johnson 521-6740

****#96 – #99 TABLES call Mary Pferdmenges for reservation 761-5517

*96.MT. HEALTHY- Breakfast  Tray (yours) for an invalid  

*97. LOVELAND– table for two -  Big date.  

*98. BRIDGETOWN – Sit down lunch for 4 (for the club)

*99. PLEASANT RIDGE - Exhibition table. Type 1 – EXHIBITION TABLE TYPE 1

ARTISTIC CRAFTS DIVISION

*100. LOCKLAND,  Dried wreath for the door By reservation, call Mary Pferdmenges 761-5517

 

One Best of Show will be awarded in each of the following groups:

Classes #76-81,Classes #87-93, Miniature and small designs #82-85, Tables #96-98 and Best of alcove, pedestal and exhibition table. (#94, 95, 99)

This show will be judged by Nationally Accredited Flower Show Judges

 

DESIGN  DIVISION  - AGRICULTURAL HALL

FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2010

101. FOREST PARK – All foliage design, no pods, berries, etc.

102. SILVERTON – Design in a metal container

103. WYOMING - Designer’s Choice

104. WOODLAWN– Horizontal design

105. SPRINGDALE– Design showing motion

106. EAST END – Design in the Oriental Manner

*107. AVONDALE  - MIRRORED ALCOVE – Free standing, no more than 10” high and 8" wide, reflected on all sides. Mirrored alcove provided, by reservation, call Hilda Meier 931-5606

*108. VALLEY VIEW - PICTURE FRAME – Frame furnished, 10” high x 8” wide, by reservation call Hilda Meier 931-5606

109. A TOWN– Design not to exceed 5” in any dimension (all fresh plant material).

110. A VILLAGE – Design not to exceed 3” in any dimension (all fresh plant material).

111. INDIAN HILL - Children’s Class. Enter age group on tag

  a). 8 years or younger

  b). 9 years or older

112. MT. WASHINGTON – Patriotic theme, designer's choice -no flags

113. ROSELAWN– Design featuring some roses  

114. READING, Wedding capital - Design incorporating white flowers

115. OVER THE RHINE - Design in a stein

116. OAKLEY – Design using weathered wood

117. WESTERN HILLS – Designer’s Choice

*118. RIVERFRONT –FLOATING DESIGN not to exceed 24” width.  

*119. CARTHAGE –ALCOVE – Designer’s Choice must interpret title. By reservation – call  Carol Johnson 521-6740

*120. LINCOLN HEIGHTS – PEDESTAL - Designer’s Choice. By reservation, call  Carol Johnson  521-6740

*****TABLES #121-124 by reservation, call Mary Pferdmenges 761-5517

*121. TERRACE PARK - Dinner for one on the patio

*122. PRICE HILL – Businessmen's Lunch for two

*123. COLLEGE HILL  – Graduation Buffet party for four  

*124. DOWNTOWN– Exhibition table Type II, DESIGNER'S CHOICE ARTISTIC CRAFTS DIVISION

*125 HARTWELL - Basket of fresh flowers to hang on the garden gate

This show will be judged by Nationally Accredited Flower Show Judges

Best of Show will be awarded in each of the following groups:Classes #101-106, #112-118, Small designs #107-110, Tables #121-123 and best of #119, #120 and #124.

N.B. – THERE WILL BE NO PICK UP ON SATURDAY EVENING. Pick up time is Sunday, August 15 from 1 to 7 p.m. Please note that horticulture specimens entered Friday morning will not be saved for you after 1 p.m. Sunday unless you have affixed a sticker on your entry tag (available at the show) at entry time.

Scale of Points

1st place, blue ribbon – 90 pts or more,

2nd place, red ribbon – 85 or above

3rd place, white ribbon – 80 or above

4th place, pink ribbon – 75 or above

 

DESIGN (EXCEPT TABLES) Conformance to schedule 20

Design (elements, principles)      42

Artistic concept                         12

Expression (interpretation)          10

Distinction (marked superiority)  16

                                              [100]

 

DESIGN – TABLES & ExT1

Conformance to schedule          20

Design (elements, principles)     48

  (Decorative unit 24)

  (Overall design 24)

Artistic concept                        12

Expression                                 5

Distinction                                15

                                             [100]

 

HORTICULTURE (CUT SPECIMENS)

Cultural perfection                    60

Condition and grooming             25

Distinction                                10

Correct, complete name              5

                                              [100]

 

HORTICULTURE – COMBINATION PLANTS

Cultural perfection                     35

Condition and grooming              10

Overall effect                            25

Distinction                                 10

Container                                  10

Environmental suitability               5

Plant identification                       5

                                              [100]

 

DESIGN PREMIUMS

Classes 75-92,&101-117 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00 $1.00

  (except 82, 83 & 107, 108)

Mirrored Alcoves, Frames $4.00 $3.00 $2.50 $2.00

  (82, 83 & 107, 108)

Floats & Wreaths $5.00 $4.00 $3.00 $2.00

  (93, 100 & 118, 125)

Pedestals (95 &120) $9.00 $8.00 $7.00 $6.00

Alcoves & Ex Tables $10.00 $9.00 $8.00 $7.00

  (94, 96, 99 & 119, 121, 124)

Functional Tables $14. $12. $10.00 $8.00

(97, 98 &122,123)