Edwards County Fair 4-H Project Information

2026 Edwards County Fair - Shopping in Style & Sewing & Textile Design Fashion Revue Judging

Judging for the Edwards County Fair 4-H Shopping in Style and Sewing & Textile Design Fashion Revue is scheduled for Monday, June 29, starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Edwards County Fair Building. In Shopping in Style Fashion Revue, 4-H'ers may model 5 outfits (1 outfit per class). Those participating in Sewing & Textile Design may opt out of modeling their clothing creation (their design will be judged on Tuesday, July 7, at 9:00 a.m.).

2026 Edwards County Fair - Shopping in Style & Sewing & Textile Design Public Style Revue

The Edwards County Fair 4-H Public Style Revue is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8, at 6:00 p.m. in the Show Arena at the Edwards County Fairgrounds. Shopping in Style Fashion Revue participants are required to participate in the Public Fashion Revue. In the Public Style Revue, 4-H'ers entered in the Shopping in Style Fashion Revue may model 1 outfit. Participants are asked to arrive at 5:30 p.m. to line up.

Edwards County Fair Forms

2026 Edwards County Fair 4-H Fashion Revue - Entry Form

This document and picture of the 4-H'er in each outfit are due by Friday, June 12 (email to jewello@ksu.edu or bring by the Extension Office). You do not need to print this form unless you choose to. The script for the Public Style Revue outfit choice is due by Friday, June 12, allowing staff and volunteers enough time to type it and giving the announcers time to practice reading it. Tip: when completing the form, include descriptors like fabric, color, where you will wear the outfit/garment, what you like best, etc.

4-H Fashion Revue - Cost Per Wear Form

This form, required only for Intermediate and Senior participants, is due Friday, June 12 (email to jewello@ksu.edu or bring by the Extension Office). The Cost Per Wear form is required for the Sewing & Textile Design Fashion Revue and the Shopping in Style Fashion Revue.

4-H Sewing & Textile Design

This project teaches 4-H'ers the basics, such as sewing a pillowcase or shirt, learning different stitches, and installing a zipper. They learn to create and sew their own clothing and accessories while exploring the world of fashion and how to take the design of their choice and customize it for the perfect look, color and, fit.

To Compete at the Kansas State Fair

To be eligible to compete at the Kansas State Fair, the exhibit must have competed at the Edwards County Fair in Sewing and Textile Design and received at least a purple ribbon.

Identification Labels

Identification labels (sewn on or use a safety pin, no straight pins may be used):

  • Type or print on 3" x 21/2" piece of cloth:
    • Class Number
    • 4-H Club
    • Exhibitor Name
  • Attach labels on inside of garment (back of neck, center of waistband, or left end of apron band). Label each piece of the exhibit.
  • An entry form and score card will be placed on the garment after judging.

Educational Exhibit Classes

Educational exhibit classes offer exhibitors the opportunity to share what they learned in the Sewing & Textile Design project with others. Exhibits may be in the form of a poster, notebook, or display. No card table displays are allowed.

Recycled Clothing Project

The Recycled Clothing Project consists of an item made of at least 50% recycled material (recycled means reusing an existing item in a new way). Could be remaking/redesigning a garment, re-purposing a clothing item for a new use, etc. Must include sewing of some kind. An index card (no larger than 4" x 6") MUST accompany the entry describing the recycled materials and how they were used.

4-H Shopping in Style

4-H members learn which clothing styles look best on them while they also gaining skills in building a versatile wardrobe and staying within their budget. Each year, enrollment in Shopping in Style builds on the previous year's learning experience. (4-H Shopping in Style replaces the former 4-H project Buymanship.)

Shopping in Style Fashion Revue

Class descriptions include:

  • Dress-Up -- church, party clothes, nice dresses/suits, sports coat/tie/slacks
  • Formal -- outfits suitable for evening or semi-formal events
  • School/Casual -- school, sweaters, skirts, blouses, jeans, jumpers
  • Sport/Play -- shorts, active wear, sweats, jogging suits
  • Western -- western-style clothing
  • Thrifty -- outfit purchased as second-hand or hand-me-down

Shopping in Style - Fashion Revue

Rules

  1. 4-H'er may enter up to 5 outfits for the Fashion Revue; 1 outfit per class.
  2. A majority of the outfit must be purchased (not borrowed) and modeled by the 4-H member or made by another individual for the 4-H member, if the fabric and pattern were chosen by the 4-H member. Everything commonly considered an outer garment must be purchased by the 4-H member and/or constructed by another person (vests, jackets, dresses, skirts, pants, coats, etc.).
  3. Fashion Revue outfits must be pre-entered by the date specified by the 21 Central District Extension Office. A description of each outfit and accessories is also required. Some descriptors may include fabric, colors, accessories, where you will wear the outfit, what you like best, etc.
  4. Intermediate and Senior 4-H members should also complete the Cost Per Wear form.
  5. Fashion Revue participants are required to participate in the Public Fashion Revue and may model up to 1 outfit in the Public Fashion Revue.
  6. Shopping in Style garments will be displayed during the Edwards County Fair. The 4-H'er is responsible for bringing their garments in during entry time.
  7. Participants may model only what can be worn. Garments cannot be carried.
  8. Contestants should use good sense in choosing items that are appropriate to be modeled publicly.
  9. No live animals may accompany a participant in public Fashion Revue; exception: a service animal.

Shopping in Style Exhibits

Exhibitors may choose an activity from the Shopping in Style curriculum project manuals to exhibit. Exhibits will consist of either a poster, display, or notebook. Curriculum project manuals are available at the 21 Central Extension District Office. Divisions and classes include:

  • Juniors (7-9 years old) - choose one of the following activities from Unit 1 or Unit 2 of the curriculum project manuals. The exhibit should consist of a poster that showcases:
    • A garment purchased that reflects personal style and explains how it reflects personal style or influences what others think of you; OR
    • A garment purchased and explain how personal style either aligns or contradicts what is considered to be "in style" today; OR
    • A garment purchased and explain or illustrate how this garment is a modern version of a fad or fashion from an earlier decade; OR
    • A garment purchased and explain how this garment reflects a different ethnic or cultural influence; OR
    • A garment purchased includes a color discussion that provides an overview of how different colors compliment different skin tones and how that influenced garment selection.
  • Intermediate (10-13 years old) - choose one of the following activities from Unit 3 or Unit 4 of the curriculum project manuals. Exhibit should consist of a display that showcases:
    • An outfit purchased to wear with a clothing item that was already in your wardrobe that still fits but you haven't worn wear it anymore. Explain why the clothing item was not being worn and what you did to transform it into a wearable garment again; OR
    • A top and bottom purchased, as well as at least three pieces of clothing in your existing wardrobe that you can mix and match with the new items to create multiple outfits. Include a clothing inventory and explain what you have learned by completing this activity; OR
    • An outfit you purchased and explain how advertising influences clothing purchases, making a distinction between wants and needs. Include your shopping budget and cost per wear; OR
    • An outfit you purchased and explain why you selected the garment you did, your shopping budget, and cost per wear; OR
    • An outfit you purchased, along with a cost comparison between garments/accessories purchased vs. sewing/constructing the outfit. The comparison should include a variety of shopping options and/or price tracking across stores over a period of time.
  • Senior (14-18 years old) - choose one of the following activities from Unit 5 or Unit 6 of the curriculum project manuals. Exhibit should consist of a display that showcases:
    • An outfit purchased and care requirements not only for this garment but also for garments made of other natural or synthetic fibers. Display should also include a care cost analysis for garments of different fibers; OR
    • An outfit purchased that you have repaired or altered. Include a clothing inventory list which includes cost savings for repaired items as compared to purchasing a replacement garment; OR
    • An outfit purchased along with plans and commentary for a fashion show that would capture the attention of an audience. Plans should identify the target audience, venue, theme, budget and logistical plan for the fashion show; OR
    • An outfit purchased and explain 3 methods of clothing repair that you have learned, i.e., torn seam, torn hem, replacing a button, etc. Display should include photos and a list of your assembled clothing first aid kit. Include itemized expenses; OR
    • An outfit you purchased and feature any other completed activity from the Shopping in Style curriculum of your choosing that isn't listed above.