Show Piece/ Special Techniques Competition Registration - November 16th/17th, 2024

Icing Inspirations 9th Annual Cake Art Competition

Rules and Regulations  (Please be sure to fully read and print a copy for your reference) 

A show piece or special technique is defined as something done off of a cake.  This can be a royal icing display piece, gumpaste flowers, shoes, modeling, cake toppers, figures etc.    The theme for this year's show piece division is UNDER THE SEA or OVER THE MOON.  Interpret either how you wish.  Use one or both themes combined.  The choice is up to you.

General Category Rules - Show Piece

1. Entries must be 100% edible with the exception of the board it is constructed on.   All embellishments must be edible.   The only non edible decor permitted is a ribbon on your board and wires and stamens for flowers. 
2. Display board may not exceed 12" x 12".  Decor should not overhang or go past the board.
3. Any sugar medium is accepted for use as decoration.
4. Any technique or combination of techniques may be used. 
5. Please make sure you have read and understand the rules.  
6. Contestants may only enter one special techniques entry. 
7. All entries must be the sole work of the contestant.   Pieces that have been completed as a team will not be permitted.  Entries must not have been completed in a class or as part of a class project or assignment.   Entries must not have been entered or judged in any other competition.
8. Entries will be accepted at the venue Saturday November 16th from 11am until 3pm.     Entries received after 3pm on November 16th will not be permitted.  Please factor in set up time.   You will be asked to leave the building at 3pm so that judging can begin.
9. Please note that contestant’s entries will be kept anonymous to the judges.  We ask that you not post your entries on the internet until after the judging has taken place.   Business cards and advertising are not permitted.
10. The decision of the judges is final. 
11. Entries may not be removed until after 4pm on November 17th.    Icing Inspirations and Too Nice to Slice are not responsible for any damages done to entries.   Do not touch signs will be posted.
12. All entries must be removed after the awards ceremony.  Entries CANNOT be removed until after 4pm on November 17th. Entries MUST be removed between 4pm and 5pm on November 17th, 2024.  The hall may charge a fee for disposable of any large items left behind.  Contestant is responsible for fee if the hall deems it too large to dispose of in their normal manner. 
13. Judging will take place on Saturday evening and awards ceremony will be held at 3pm on November 17th, 2024.  Contestants do not have to be present to qualify for an award.
14. Photographs of the event will be taken by Icing Inspirations.   By participating in this competition you agree that photos of you and/or your cake may be used in promotional material.
15. Entry fees are non-refundable.

Marking Criteria

Entries will be marked on the following criteria:

-          Originality and creativity (15 points) 

-          Difficulty (20 points) 

-          Interpretation of colour and theme (15 points) 

-          Number of Techniques Used (15 points) 

-          Quality and precision of workmanship (20 points)

-          Overall eye appeal (15 points) 

A total out of 100 points will be awards.  Ribbons will be placed for Gold (90-100 points), Silver (80-89 points), Bronze (70-79 points) and Honourable Mention (60-69 points).

Since entries will be kept anonymous from the judges please do not include any distinguishing marks on your entry.  Entries with distinguishing marks will be disqualified.  

Anyone of any skill level is invited to enter the cookie competition. 

Entry Fee : 

By making a registration payment you agree to the above rules and regulations.