What is the Idaho Make It With Wool Contest?
The Idaho Make It With Wool Contest is a once-a-year contest sponsored by the Idaho Wool Growers Association. Sewers, knitters, crocheters, felters, and designers of all ages are invited to participate.
First-place winners in the Junior and Senior divisions are invited to compete in the National Make It With Wool Contest. This contest highlights the beauty and versatility of wool while teaching life skills such as sewing, public speaking, and confidence.
IDAHO MAKE IT WITH WOOL CONTEST DATE:
November 9, 2024 | McCall, Idaho
2023 Make It With Wool Winners
2023 Idaho Junior Winner:
Jojo Osborn
2023 Idaho Senior Winner:
Rebekah Kasperson
2023 Idaho Senior Winner:
Rebekah Kasperson (right)
2023 Idaho Junior Winner:
Jojo Osborn (left)
2023 National Senior 2nd Runner Up:
Rebekah Kasperson, Idaho
2023 National Needlework Winner:
Rebekah Kasperson, Idaho
2023 Senior National Winner:
Katie Buhler, Kansas (left)
2023 Junior National Winner:
Madi Dunning, Wyoming (right)
2023 National Adult Winner:
Rachel Siegel, Pennsylvania
2023 National Fashion & Apparel Design Winner:
Megan Darling, Baylor University
Our Inspiration
Make It With Wool is a sewing competition, scholarship opportunity, and growth opportunity where we are inspired by the beauty and diversity of the world around us. From the vibrant colors of nature to the intricate patterns of architecture, we find inspiration everywhere. We strive to incorporate these elements into our designs, creating unique and timeless pieces that reflect our love of creativity and innovation.
Contest Information
Divisions
- Preteens: ages 12 and under
- Juniors: ages 13-16
- Adults: ages 25 and older
Participants must compete in a state where they are a legal resident. The contestant's age is as of January 1 of the competition year.
Juniors, Seniors, and Adults
- One-piece garment: Dress, jumper, outerwear jacket, coat, or cape.
- Two-piece outfit: Coat, jacket, cape, blouse/shirt, vest or sweater WITH dress, jumper, skirt, pants, or shorts.
- Ensemble: 3 or more garments worn together at one time: Coat, jacket, cape, blouse/shirt, vest, and/or sweater WITH dress, jumper, skirt, pants, or shorts.
Preteens
- Dress, jumper, skirt, pants, shorts, vest, sweater, shirt/blouse, jacket, or a combination of garments.
Important Links
REMEMBER! Idaho Make It With Wool Contest Date: November 9, 2024 | McCall, Idaho
