Gaining
in popularity every year, the Potato Sack Fashion Show will
once again take center stage Saturday at 11:00 am. The tradition
of the wearing of potato sacks dates back to the 30's when the
common Potato Days attire was vests made out of potato
sacks. In fact, at that time, business owners caught without their
vests would be fined!
Today, potato sack fashions have been expanded
to include everything from tuxedos to bathing suits, wedding gowns
to bib overalls. This year's theme is 'Your Minnesota Spirit.'
CONTEST RULES
All garments must be made using potato sacks. The category for
fashion designs are:
'Your Minnesota Spirit'
Entries must use potatoes or potato
sacks, but do not have to be sewn. Potato sacks can be purchased
in Barnesville at Barnesville Amoco and Barnesville Super Valu.
HOW TO ENTER - [Registration
Form - 256kb.]
Entries will be accepted in both the children's and adult categories.
There is no entry fee. Registrations are due before Friday of the
Festival and must include a description of the potato sack garment.
PRIZES
Barnesville Buck prizes will be awarded in both the children (12
and under) and adult categories. First prize is $25, second prize
is $15 and third prize is $10.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Kayla, P.O. Box 345, Barnesville, Minn. (218) 354-2888
or contact the Spudline at (800) 525-4901 for an official entry
form.
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