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The Sew with Cotton Contest will be held in conjunction with the Sugar and Seafood Contest on Nov. 7, 2026, at Galliano Elementary beginning at 9:00 a.m.
NEW Categories!
This year’s Sew with Cotton Contest will be held in conjunction with the Sugar and Seafood Contest on Nov. 7, 2026. We are excited to announce new categories in middle and high school contests! Garments will be modeled by the 4-H’ers that day in front of a judge. Please have the child’s name, school and grade on an index card attached to the garment. Ribbons will be given out that day (purple (1st), blue (2nd), and red (3rd). Overall awards will also be given! The rules for the contest are as follows:
1. Contestants may be in the 4th-12th grade.There will be three divisions: Elementary, Middle, and Senior.
2. 4th GRADE - drawstring apron (on our website), barbecue apron, or Eco-Friendly Tote Bag (sample directions are available on the website or by calling the 4-H Office).
3. 5th GRADE – sassy (elastic waist) skirt (on our website), elastic waist shorts or elastic waist pajama pants (sample directions on our website or by calling the 4-H Office).
4.MIDDLE SCHOOL (Grade 6-8) – NEW!! Upcycled Fashion: All entries must be a complete outfit and not simply an embellished old one and must be wearable. Must be made of at least 75% recycled materials. Must include cotton. Do not purchase new items. No glass or glitter. No food waste. Can be accessorized.
9th– 12th Grade-NEW!! 2 OPTIONS:
OPTION 1- IT’S SEW YOU: Contestants must make and model a complete outfit of any style appropriate for any occasion and any season of the year. Outer garments must be 100% cotton or cotton blend.Interfacing, underlining, tape, trimming, etc. can be of any compatible fabric. Can be dress, pajamas, top and bottom, etc.
OPTION 2- UPCYCLED: All entries must be a complete outfit and not simply an embellished old one and must be wearable. Must be made of at least 75% recycled materials. Must include cotton. Do not purchase new items. No glass or glitter. No food waste. Can be accessorized.
Any garment entered into this year’s contest must not have been entered into a previous Lafourche Parish Sew with Cotton Contest.
