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Bring festive cheer with Heartfelt & Handmade competition

By Brian Weckerly,

15 hours ago

Area creators are invited to bring holiday magic!

According to a release from the City of Muscatine, local and regional artists, makers and crafters can share their talents in the Friends of the Muscatine Art Center Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition. The festive fundraiser supports art education programs for all ages.

Here's how you can participate:

• Handmade ornaments, wreaths, tabletop decorations, small trees and topiaries are welcome. Because outlet access is limited, any lights must be battery-powered or rechargeable. Up to 10 items per participant will be accepted.
• Decorations using living plants or food items cannot be accepted.
• A panel of judges will award 1st place ($100), 2nd place ($50) and 3rd place ($25). A People’s Choice Award will be determined by public voting through December 5, 2026, with entries displayed November 7–December 4.
• Artists must submit a completed entry form along with their handmade items no later than November 4. Incomplete forms cannot be accepted.

https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2OOGux_1EboryW000 — Heartfelt & Handmade (City of Muscatine)

Entries will be on view in the Muscatine Art Center, located at 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine. The first opportunity to purchase the holiday creations is during the Family Festival & Market that will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 5 at the Muscatine Art Center.

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