Mother, daughter compete at State Make It With Wool

Carmen Swannack from Lamont, was named State Alternate Senior Winner at the State Make It With Wool competition Oct. 28 in Pullman.

The competition was in conjunction with the annual convention of the Washington State Sheep Producers Association.

Carmen modeled a two-piece ensemble consisting of a brown plaid wool jacket and dark green and camel block sleeveless dress. She received a Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine as her prize.

Jill Swannack, Lamont, competed in the adult division with her orchid plaid culottes and crocheted cream and orchid tank top. She was presented with wool yardage and sewing supplies.

Junior winner was Nathan Suhrbier, 16, Winlock. Senior winner was Mia Suhrbier, 19, Bellingham. Adult winner was Kim Vogley, Quilcene.

The Washington Make It With Wool Contest is sponsored by the Washington Wool Growers Auxiliary and the Washington State Sheep Producers.

The national contest is sponsored by the American Sheep Industry and the American Sheep Industry Women.

The Make It With Wool Contest is open to sewers of all ages. These fashionable wool garments can be sewn, knitted, crocheted, or felted. Entrants compete at district, state and national levels. District contests are held throughout the state during October of each year. For more information on the contest and how to enter, visit the website:

makeitwithwoolwa.com