ANYONE can enter the MI Fair

I guess some other State Fairs are run differently, but here in
Michigan you don't need to win at a local or county level to earn your
way to the State Fair.....you just enter the State Fair. And, if you
don't live near the Detroit area......you simply box and mail your
entry in!
It really is that simple. And there are so many categories that there
is something for everyones interest and lot's of opportunity to not
only show off your talents but possibly win ribbons and money!

Now you all know I only speak from experience and I know I sound like
I am on a soapbox......but even when I don't win.....the fair is just
plain good old fashioned fun!

Now, if you DO happen to win a "Best of Show" ribbon at the County
level then you CAN enter that item at the Michigan State Fair for FREE
under the "Gold Ribbon Program". I just wanted to clarify that the
"average" entry does NOT come to the fair under this way,

It might be nice if some people from some other states post
information about their fairs....ie. entry deadlines and how to get
the premium books etc. Before 4 years ago I never even knew that a
sewing competition at the fair existed much less any of the other
community arts. I guess I thought it was all canned goods and
animals.
Joy