Updated for 2026

The Junior Spinning Competition is for anyone 18 years old or younger (as of January 1) who has attempted the art of spinning. Spinners will spin for 10 minutes. Their yarn will then be skeined and entered into one of the classes below. All skeins will be measured for longest skein in each division and judged for best overall skein.

New location for 2026 – Main Stage in the Pavilion Area.

Classes and Divisions

Division A: Spinning Wheel
Division B: Drop Spindle
Division C: E-spinner

All divisions will have the following classes:
Class 1: Most Even Yarn
Class 2: Fattest Yarn
Class 3: Lumpiest Yarn
Class 4: Skinniest Yarn
Class 5: Longest Yarn

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Rules

1. Contestants may enter only one division.
2. Contestants must bring their own spinning wheel, drop spindle, or e-spinner.
3. Carded wool will be provided.

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Prizes

Premiums and ribbons will be awarded in all divisions. The premiums for each class are as follows:

1st – $10
2nd – $8
3rd – $6

Best overall skein in each division will be awarded an extra $10.

Special $10 award for best skein by a first year spinner (spinning less than one year).

New this year! Overall best skein will receive a Dove e-spinner generously donated by Daedalus Spinning Wheels!

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How To Enter

Please register by email, text, or calling:
Rhiannon Huscha
Phone: 240-439-0479
Email: moc.l1782435813iamg@1782435813suily1782435813mer1782435813