Tehama County - Cooperative Extension
4-H Youth Development Program
1754 Walnut Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080
(530) 527-3101 Office
Tehama County 4-H Fashion Revue
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Corning High School, 643 Blackburn Ave, Corning
Snacks will be available for purchase
Friday, April 22
By 5:00PM………………………………………………………………………………Entries DUE to 4-H Office
Saturday, May 7
Noon.……………….……………………....................................................................Check in for all entrants
Judging to Follow
4:00PM …...……………………………………………………….. Fashion Revue followed by Still Exhibit and
Fashion Revue Awards Presentation
EVENT GOALS:
 Build self-confidence and poise by developing self-concept and the ability to make the most of one's
personal attributes.
 Develop judgment and creativity in planning an attractive ensemble that expresses their individual
lifestyle.
 Gain consumer skills in making and purchasing clothing and accessories and in purchasing and using
equipment related to clothing construction and care.
 Provide recognition to youth achieving these goals.
Remember that you can also enter your garment in the 4-H Still Exhibits Fair the morning of the event –
be sure to check out their requirements online http://cetehama.ucanr.edu/4-H_Program/4-H_Events/
WHO CAN ENTER? All 4-H members (9 years old and older) currently enrolled in the Clothing/Textile
project are eligible to compete in any division. 4-H members (9 years old and older) not enrolled in the
Clothing/Textile project may compete in the Consumer Science Purchased, Costume State Challenge,
Anything Goes or Team divisions only. Primary members may participate in Anything Goes and in the
Team divisions.
HOW DO I ENTER? All participants must complete the attached entry form by due date listed above.
Entries are due to the 4-H Office at 1754 Walnut Street, Red Bluff, California 96080.
DIVISIONS – 4-H members are limited to one entry per division and no more than two divisions:
Traditional (Must be in Clothing/Textile Project) - This division features garments the participant has
constructed for him/herself, showcasing sewing skills and the ability to coordinate an outfit. The outfit
must contain at least one constructed garment. Participants are encouraged to construct additional
garments to complete the outfit.
Consumer Science Purchased – The $40.00 expense limit is for the entire outfit, including shoes but
not sales tax. Receipts from the current 4-H year are required for all items that are visible. Gifts, prior
purchases, and items without receipts are not eligible for this category. Receipts from yard sales, etc. may
be hand written. Must submit receipts at time of entry.
Divisions continued on following page…
Divisions continued…
Upcycled (Must be in Clothing/Textile Project) –Take one or more existing garments and turns them into
a new, different, and wearable garment. Add an accessory handmade made by the participant.
Additional upcycled and/or sewn garments are encouraged to complete the outfit. A “before” photograph
showing the original garment is required. This is not an alteration such as a large dress altered to fit a
smaller person. It is a complete change such as pants and a shirt made into a dress. Other fabrics and
material may be added during the construction process.
Western Wear Challenge (New for 2016) - Construct a western-style shirt/blouse with short or long
sleeves. Use of any pattern and any fabric is allowed. Include handmade or purchased garments and
items to complete the outfit. The entry must be sewn by the 4-H member as part of the 4-H Clothing &
Textiles project.
Muslin Challenge (New for 2016) – Create a wearable garment using at least 2 yards but not more than
3 yards of bleached or unbleached cotton muslin, 36-45” wide. Use of other fabric that shows besides the
muslin is allowed, not to exceed 1 yard. Use of other fabric that doesn't show, like lining or interfacing, is
allowed with no limit. Members are encouraged to decorate and embellish the muslin garment using dye,
paint, embroidery, “bling,” applique, trims, findings, etc. to enhance the garment. Include handmade or
purchased garments and items to complete the outfit. The muslin garment must be created by the
member as part of the member's 4-H project work but the Clothing & Textiles (Sewing) project is not
required. Some ideas are: the member learns to dye fabric in the 4-H Crafts project, then makes a skirt or
shorts out of dyed muslin; or the member is in an embroidery project and sews a top, then embroiders it
as part of the project; or the member is in a quilting project and does a pieced border on a muslin vest as
part of the quilt project. This category is not restricted to Sewing Project members, but the entry does
need to reflect work undertaken in a 4-H project.
The following divisions are not offered at State Fashion Revue and open to any 4-H member:
Anything Goes –Select any outfit: costume, sewn, purchased, mix & match from your closet, or borrow
an outfit from a friend. This division is not judged – it is an opportunity to model and have fun! Primary
Members eligible.
Team – Teams may consist of two boys, two girls, or a boy and a girl of any ages. The team must be
wearing coordinated outfits, sewn, bought, or from your closet, etc. Use your imagination. Primary
Members eligible.
Adults – Create a garment that could fall into any division above. The garment may be modeled by the
adult who made the garment or the individual whom the garment was made for. All adults must be
available for judging and presentation in the Fashion Revue.
Modesty Guidelines:
All outfits must meet State 4-H Fashion Revue modesty guidelines. Formal wear may be strapless or
have spaghetti straps. Backless dresses, excessive visible cleavage, visible undergarments, lingerie or
swim suits are not permitted. All shorts, skirts, dresses, etc. must be at least fingertip length. All outfits
must be suitable for comfortably walking, sitting, and going up and down stairs.
Judges will consider the following for all divisions:
Total Appearance 75% (Creative selection, fit, grooming, posture/poise, undergarments &
accessories)
Garment 25%
(Construction, pressing, and care)
Breakdown of age divisions will be as follows (as of December 31 of current program year):
Primary:
5-8 years old
Junior:
9-10 years old
Intermediate: 11-13 years old
Senior:
14-19 years old
2016 EVENT CHAIR: Lassen Colony 4-H Club
HOME ECONOMIC CHAIR – Cindy Dixon
~Tehama County 4-H Fashion Revue~
Entry Form
Entries are due by 5PM on Friday, April 22
Mail or drop off entries to the 4-H Office, 1754 Walnut St., Red Bluff 96080
NAME:_____________________________________________
AGE:_________
CLUB: _____________________________________________
PHONE #:________________
ARE YOU IN A CLOTHING PROJECT: ________
Complete one entry form and commentary for each division entered –
NO COMMENTARY OR OTHER REQUIRED ITEMS PER DIVISION (copy of receipts, photos, etc.)
RECEIVED AT TIME OF ENTRY = NO ENTRY
TRADITIONAL - Describe the type of garment/outfit produced by 4-H member. Member
must be in the 4-H Clothing/Textile project
________________________________________________________________________
CONSUMER SCIENCE PURCHASED - Describe the type of garment to be modeled.
Photocopy of all receipts must be attached.
________________________________________________________________________
UPCYCLED - Describe the type of garment to be modeled. Attach the required photograph
showing the beginning garment. Member must be in the 4-H Clothing/Textile project
________________________________________________________________________
WESTERN WEAR CHALLENGE – Describe the type of garment/outfit produced by the 4-H
member. Member must be in the 4-H Clothing/Textile project
________________________________________________________________________
MUSLIN CHALLENGE - Describe the type of garment/outfit produced by the 4-H member.
This division is not restricted to sewing project members, but the entry does need to reflect
work undertaken in a 4-H project.
________________________________________________________________________
ANYTHING GOES (No division at State Fashion Revue)– Describe the type of garment to
be modeled
________________________________________________________________________
TEAM (No division at State Fashion Revue)- Describe the type of garments to be modeled
________________________________________________________________________
ADULTS (No division at State Fashion Revue) – Describe the type of garment to be
modeled
________________________________________________________________________
~Tehama County 4-H Fashion Revue~
Commentary Page for ALL Divisions
Read "Writing Commentaries for Fashion Revue" for help in writing your commentary.
NAME:________________________________________
DIVISION:___________________________
Please clearly print or type your commentary (125 -150 words):
Writing Commentaries for Fashion Revue
The specific objectives of a commentary are:
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To introduce the member and his/her project.
To focus on skills learned in the clothing and textile project.
To express challenges, fashion trends, and cost savings.
To interest the audience in 4-H activities.
To display the garment attractively.
Things to consider:
1. Analyze the garment. What is special about it? Be sure to include color descriptions!
2. List major features you want to describe, along with a few comments that relate to the garment and
how it will be worn. Create an appealing mental picture with descriptive words.
3. Study mail order fashion catalogs, magazines, the pattern envelope, and advertisements to see
how they describe similar features. This is especially useful for beginning projects such as skirts
that don't have a lot of details.
4. Describe the garment by starting with the obvious, and then call the audience's attention to details
such as accessories that relate directly to the garment.
5. Write. Get down all you want to say. Don't worry about the length -- yet.
6. Use alliteration (words beginning with the same sound, i.e. “flirty flounce” for ruffle).
7. Use action words as much as possible. (A belt circles the waistline, a flaring hem swings, etc.)
8. Tell the biggest problem you encountered in sewing the outfit, what new sewing technique you
learned. Saying you put in the sleeve six times can encourage some of your audience who are less
skilled to keep on trying.
9. If there are two parts to your outfit, such as a coat and dress, mention the outer layer first.
10. Edit. Polish your narration, cut out repetitious phrases or ideas. Keep sentences short and avoid
tongue twisters. Aim for clear, concise phrases that create audience interest. Make it as bright,
crisp, and informative as possible. The audience is there to learn about new fashion as well as to
be entertained.
11. Read your narration aloud to a friend. Does your friend know what you are talking about? Practice
modeling with your narration. Do you think of other things that you might say? Re-edit and re-read.
Be sure to write in the third person.
12. Read your narration aloud and time it. It should take 1-2 minutes to read.
Helpful Words for Writing a Commentary
accent
embellish
sew
one of a kind
wear
rare
enhance
classic
shimmering
modern
design
compliment
construct
gleaming
sparkly
closure
fashionable
decorate
adds to
casual
festive
challenge
accessorize
outfit
chic
appeal
stitch
elegant
stylish
unusual
coordinate
create
unique
modeling
flounce
flatter
highlight
special
trendy
pastel
Writing Commentaries for Fashion Revue continued…
Outline:
You can use this outline to help you write a short commentary of your own.
Name:
Age:
4-H Club:
What grade are you in? Which school?
Description of garment(s): (Look at pattern envelope for key words to describe your garment)
Pattern(s) Used:
Description of Fabric (Color, texture, fabric design):
Where do you plan to wear the garment?
Describe two items of special interest about yourself or your hobbies/activities:
Examples:
1. Gleaming in her sequined skirt, Kathleen Mitchell is modeling a stylish denim look. It is hard to
believe, but this cloth was once a lonely remnant just waiting to be snatched up! This remnant now
has a multi-purpose. For example, it will be this year’s Easter outfit, and then be worn as a casual
around-the-town skirt. It has a light and airy feeling, with its slit in the back. Her biggest challenge
was matching the sequins as she cut out the fabric. This 11-year old homeschooler loves Irish
Dancing and sketching her fashion ideas. Kathleen is in her second year of sewing with the
Pleasantville 4-H Club. She is enjoying every minute of it!
2. Christina Williams will be warm and stylish in her new wool jacket and skirt. The black, 100% wool
jacket is fully lined, with princess seams and a front, center zipper. She used a "New York
Collection" Vogue pattern to sew her jacket and shortened it to fit her own personal style. The light
blue, 100% Pendleton wool skirt is lined at the yoke and has an invisible zipper on the side.
Christina designed the pleats herself, because she could not find a pattern that she liked. To put a
finishing touch to the outfit, Christina designed and made her blue, Australian Crystal earrings.
Christina has been in the Highland 4-H Club for 9 years and has been a Junior Leader for the
sewing project for four years. Christina will enjoy wearing her new fashionable outfit.