Sew With Cotton Rules

Elementary Division 4^th - 5^th Grade

4th Grade - drawstring apron (on our website under contests and activities), barbecue apron, or Eco-Friendly Tote Bag (sample directions are available on the website under contests and activities or by calling the 4-H Office).

5^th Grade – sassy (elastic waist) skirt (on our website under contests and activities), elastic waist shorts or elastic waist pajama pants (sample directions on our website under contests and activities or by calling the 4-H Office).

Middle School 6^th - 8^th Grade

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.

Senior High 9^th – 12^th Grade

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.

Everyone will receive a ribbon (Purple-1^st, Blue-2^nd, Red-3^rd), a Division Winner will be chosen from the purple ribbons in each category and then a Champion and Reserve Champion will be chosen out of the Division Winners.

Garments entered into this year’s contest must not have been entered into a previous Lafourche Parish Sew with Cotton Contest.