Project Mumway Contestants Sign-up

PROJECT MUMWAY

July 11th Smiths Homecoming Mums & Party HQ, 305 Forby Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76103

An all day event 

Competition Information & Rules

Team Goals & Benefits

Most Importantly: Have Fun!

Project Mumway is designed to celebrate creativity, school spirit, and the talented homecoming mum-making community in a positive, welcoming, and exciting environment.

We want to see new and experienced mum makers, young and seasoned creators, business owners, hobbyists, and first-time competitors. We wouldn't be surprised to see teams made up of friends, family members, or even a group of moms looking for a fun and memorable day together!

Team Structure

Teams may consist of 2 or 3 members.

Team names will not be used, as we want to recognize and celebrate the individual talent and creativity of each competitor.

Matching outfits are welcome but not required.

Build Your Brand

Competitors are encouraged to promote themselves, their businesses, and their sponsors before, during, and after the competition.

Before the Event

Announce your participation on social media.

Introduce your team members and sponsors.

Build excitement and engage your audience.

During the Event

Go live throughout the event to share your experience with followers.

Capture photos and videos of your progress.

Highlight your creativity, techniques, and teamwork.

Promote your sponsors during your livestreams.

After the Event

Share your completed designs.

Post competition highlights and behind-the-scenes content.

Celebrate your accomplishments and showcase your work.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorships can help offset supply costs while providing additional exposure for both competitors and supporting businesses.

Teams are responsible for obtaining and promoting their own sponsors. Sponsorship promotion is encouraged before and during the event. Teams may decorate their competition area with sponsor information and promote sponsors during livestreams and social media content.

Please note that some sponsorships may be declined if they create a conflict of interest with the hosting store. These situations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Networking & Exposure

Connect with fellow mum makers from across Texas.

Showcase your creativity to a larger audience.

Gain recognition within the homecoming mum community.

Learn from other talented competitors while enjoying a day of friendly competition.

This event isn't just about winning—it's about creativity, community, learning, and creating unforgettable memories with fellow mum makers.

Team Costs & Supplies

Team Entry Cost

$300 per team (not per individual).

Supply Requirements

Supplies used during the competition must be purchased from Smith's during the competition timeframe.

Each team member may bring:

1 pair of scissors

1 stapler with staples

1 hot glue gun with glue sticks

1 measuring tape or measuring mat

1 cell phone stand

Competitors may keep all purchased supplies.

Unused supplies may be carried into the Final Round if the team advances.

Teams advancing to the Final Round will retain their assigned school colors and theme.

Ribbon by the yard will be available for purchase in the store. Teams may choose whether to purchase full rolls or pre-cut ribbon.

Each team should create an information sheet to display on their table that includes:

Team members' names

Location

Business name(s)

Sponsor information

This information may be highlighted during event livestreams and announcements.

What the Competition Provides

Each team will receive:

One standard competition table

2–3 chairs

Dedicated extension cord access

A 15% off store coupon valid during the event

A model to wear the completed mum during the runway presentation

Opportunities to participate in fun bonus challenges that may provide small competitive advantages

Preliminary Rounds

There will be two preliminary rounds:

Morning Preliminary

Afternoon Preliminary

Afternoon spots will be reserved first for teams traveling from outside the area.

For each preliminary round, teams will receive:

10 minutes to set up

15 minutes to brainstorm after receiving their assignment

2.5 hours to shop, design, and complete a mum or garter

Themes

Teams will receive one randomly assigned theme:

Football

Cheer

Band

Baseball

Drill Team

Basketball

School Color Wheel

Teams will receive one randomly assigned school:

Amon Carter-Riverside High School

Arlington Heights High School

Diamond Hill-Jarvis High School

North Side High School

Paul Laurence Dunbar High School

Southwest High School

O.D. Wyatt High School

Teams will learn both their school and theme assignments 15 minutes before the competition begins.

Final Round

The top two teams from the Morning Preliminary and the top two teams from the Afternoon Preliminary will advance to the Final Mumway.

Teams will keep their preliminary round assigned school colors.

A final wheel spin will determine one additional design element.

Final Round Design Elements

Texas

Butterfly

Crown

Bow

The Final Round is designed to challenge creativity, adaptability, craftsmanship, and school spirit while allowing competitors to showcase their highest level of talent.

Competition Schedule

Morning Preliminary

7:45 AM – Teams arrive and set up

8:00–8:15 AM – Theme and school assignments with brainstorming time

8:15–10:45 AM – Shopping and building time

10:45 AM–11:15 PM – Morning Mumway and announcement of top two teams

Afternoon Preliminary

12:30 PM – Teams arrive and set up

12:45–1:00 PM – Theme and school assignments with brainstorming time

1:00–3:30 PM – Shopping and building time

3:30–4:00 PM – Afternoon Mumway and announcement of top two teams

Dinner Break

4:00–5:15 PM

Final Round

5:15 PM – Finalists arrive and set up

5:15–5:30 PM – Final design element assignment and planning time

5:30–8:00 PM – Final build

8:15–8:45 PM – Final Mumway

8:45 PM – Awards and winner photos

Rules & Judging

A copy of the judging criteria will be provided upon registration.

Judges will interact with contestants throughout the competition.

One judge is Viral Mums.

One judge will be selected by Smith's.

One judge will be selected from outside the mum-making community.

Competition Rules

All supplies, except the approved personal tools, must be purchased from Smith's.

Cutting machines and electronic cutting devices are not permitted.

Mum and garter sizes are unlimited.

Competitors have 2.5 hours total to shop, create, and finish their design.

Shopping may continue throughout the entire competition period.

When time expires, all work must stop immediately.

Projects will be judged exactly as they appear when time is called.

Everything in the store is available for purchase.

Everything purchased belongs to the team and goes home with them.

Foul, rude, negative or bad attitudes are not permitted, and if it becomes an issue, teams could be disqualified from the event. 

Media & Promotion

Self-promotion is encouraged, before, during and after the event.

Livestreaming is encouraged with no blackout times during the day.

Photos and videos may be taken before, during, and after the event.

Teams members may bring phone stands for a hands-free competition

Outside individuals may not assist with filming or holding recording equipment.

Team Formation

Teams must consist of 2 or 3 competitors.

If you need help finding teammates, contact Megan and she will help connect you with participants in your area.

Awards

Each member of the winning team will receive:

A gift basket

A plaque

A bouquet of flowers

A large winner's crown

Advancement

The top two teams from each preliminary round will advance to the Final Mumway.

If a qualifying team cannot compete in the Final Round, judges may promote another team or continue with fewer finalists.

Registration

Team registration opens:

Thursday, June 18 at 7:00 PM

Registration will begin through a Google Form and will hold your spot for up to three days.

Full payment of $300 per team must be received within three days to secure your registration.

Upon registration, competitors will receive:

Confirmation of registration

Official competition rules

Judging criteria

Link to purchase their competition entry

Project Mumway reserves the right to deny or remove a team from participation

if organizers believe the competitors do not align with the event's goal of maintaining a fun, friendly, and positive competition environment.

May the Best Mum Makers Win!