4-H Project E-Record for Family/Consumer Science and General Projects

Note: Please read 4-H Project Exhibit Rules on page 2.

Project Exhibit Rules:

1. Only the current year’s records should be submitted.

2. The articles may be used before exhibiting but should be clean and in good condition when exhibited.

3. All exhibit items must have the name, age and county of the exhibitor attached. This information should be attached on the back and at the left-hand corner of the article.

Units 1 and 2, Home Environment

An accessory is a small decorative piece (not furniture such as end tables, night stands, sofas, chairs or window and floor coverings) which adds spice to a room. Examples: lampshades, picture frames, trays, small jewelry boxes, shadow boxes, small collectibles, vases, candlesticks, etc.

A household item is a small usable piece (not furniture such as end tables, night stands, sofas, chairs or window and floor coverings). Examples: wastebaskets, canisters, planters, foot stools, etc.

Unit Requirements:

Units 1-3:
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook. Include in your project story why you chose your exhibit, how you plan to use it, what other items you made, and what recycled or reusable items you used this year.

Additional requirements specific to each unit:
Unit 1
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Provide pictures of other items made during your project.

C. Select one of the following using at least 50-percent recycled or reused items (no furniture):

1. Centerpiece for table
2. Planter
3. Room or desk organizer
4. Decorative accessory for the home (see description)
5. Household item (see description)
6. Wall hanging

Unit 2
B. Complete Color Activity #2 on page 4 of your manual and attach your results as an additional sheet to the e-Record.
C. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Provide pictures of other items made during your project.

D. A communication board (bulletin board) or select one exhibit item from the following (no furniture):

1. Centerpiece for table
2. Planter
3. Room or desk organizer
4. Decorative accessory for the home (see description)
5. Household item (see description)
6. Wall hanging

Unit 3
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Two or more exhibit photos showing item in place where it will be used and showing item as a part of the total room design
2. A statement on how you improved your family’s safety

C. One item or set from the following:

1. A room design
2. A wall hanging
3. One or set of two decorative pillow(s)
4. Table linen
5. Family escape plan

Unit 4
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook, including a brief description of the room scheme and how the accessory fits into the room. Include in your project story why you chose your exhibit, how you plan to use it, what other items you made and what recycled or reusable items you used this year.
B. Include the following information on the specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Provide pictures of other items made, refurbished or purchased during your project.
2. Provide up to three photos showing exhibit item(s) in use

C. An accessory (see definition under Units 1 and 2) which has been made, refurbished or purchased to use in room or home (no furniture)
Unit 5
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook, including a brief description of the window treatment or bed covering you made or purchased and how it fits into the design scheme of the room. Include in your project story why you chose your exhibit, how you plan to use it, what other items you made and what recycled or reusable items you used this year
B. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record.

1. A brief description of the window treatment or bed covering you made or purchased.
2. How it fits into the design scheme of the room

C. One piece of a window treatment or bed cover, made or purchased.
Unit 6
A. Completed e-Record presented in a sturdy binder/notebook, including a brief description of the room scheme and how your refinished or refurbished piece fits into the scheme; include in your project story why you chose your exhibit, how you plan to use it, what other items you made and what recycled or reusable items you used this year.
B. A refinished or refurbished piece of furniture. Refurbishing means restoring a furniture piece to a new look by repairing damage and/or replacing seating or upholstery caused by heavy wear or neglect.
C. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. Provide pictures showing the original piece, one during the refinishing or refurbishing process, and one of the complete piece (one page, one side only)

Unit 7—Design Your Own
A. Completed e-Record emphasizing your plan and accomplishments in your story presented in a sturdy binder/notebook
B. Optional: Article or display representing learning from project (the standardized display board size of 4’ x 3’ with sides that do not overlap is to be used for 4-H projects)
C. Include the following information on the Specific Project Information Page in the e-Record:

1. A drawing or other copy of a plan for the article exhibited. The drawing or plan should include:
   a. Dimensions
   b. A list of materials used
   c. A description of any changes in the articles specifications made by the exhibitor
   d. Reasons for changes must be described

The drawing or plan itself will not be judged. It is only for the judge’s use in judging the article exhibited. If the drawing is missing, the exhibit will not be ranked in the top-ten placings.

Note: For more information on displays and projects, go to http://www.colorado4h.org/project_resources/StateFairExhibitReq.pdf and look under Display Hints and Tips and Project Tips.