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BYC's 17th Annual New Year's Day Hatch-Along—2026
Holiday Sweets Photo Contest
Ends on January 6th, 2026
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Ho, ho, ho! Is your December jam-packed with sweets, treats, and all sorts of festive desserts? We'd love to see your artistic holiday sweet creations entered for a chance to win a prize.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this is your chance to let your culinary creativity shine. From festive cookies and cakes to decadent pies and pastries, we want to see your homemade holiday treats that not only taste incredible but also capture the enchanting spirit of the season.

Enter now, share your scrumptious delights, and let the sugary magic unfold. Spread the sweetness, create memories, and savor the holiday spirit. Happy baking!

Prizes - TBD

How to enter:
It's easy to enter, just reply to this thread with photos of your sweet holiday creation and a brief description of the treat!

To increase your chances of winning, please read the rules before entering.
.
Rules:
  1. Four entries per member. One entry per post, please.
  2. An entry is:
    • One photo of a homemade holiday treat (fudge, cookies, pies, cakes, etc.) made by you.
    • A brief description of the holiday treat.
  3. Images that have been resized might be disqualified if they are too small to judge.
  4. No screenshots. No collages.
  5. No watermarks, text, or other elements on the photo. Date stamps are allowed.
  6. The photo needs to have been taken by you.
  7. You cannot use a photo that won an award in another BYC-sponsored contest.
  8. High-quality images are recommended. Basic editing, such as cropping and other subtle changes, is allowed.
  9. ALL photos MUST be uploaded to BYC.
  10. Prizes are limited to one per person per contest.
  11. All BYC rules apply: Terms of Service (Rules).
  12. Entries will be accepted through January 6th, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Photography tips from fellow BYC members:
2023 Winners
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From left to right, photos by @mrskenmore, @CCsGarden, & @HopKat

2022 Winners
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From left to right, photos by @HopKat, @HollyWoozle, @HopKat, @Beaker99, @Ridgeback825, & @Crazy Chicken Helen

2021 Winners
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From left to right, photos by @SueT, @HopKat, & @OzarkChooks

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CCsGarden said:
Ho, ho, ho! Is your December jam-packed with sweets, treats, and all sorts of festive desserts? We'd love to see your artistic holiday sweet creations entered for a chance to win a prize.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this is your chance to let your culinary creativity shine. From festive cookies and cakes to decadent pies and pastries, we want to see your homemade holiday treats that not only taste incredible but also capture the enchanting spirit of the season.

Enter now, share your scrumptious delights, and let the sugary magic unfold. Spread the sweetness, create memories, and savor the holiday spirit. Happy baking!

Prizes - TBD

How to enter:
It's easy to enter, just reply to this thread with photos of your sweet holiday creation and a brief description of the treat!

To increase your chances of winning, please read the rules before entering.
.
Rules:
  1. Four entries per member. One entry per post, please.
  2. An entry is:
    • One photo of a homemade holiday treat (fudge, cookies, pies, cakes, etc.) made by you.
    • A brief description of the holiday treat.
  3. Images that have been resized might be disqualified if they are too small to judge.
  4. No screenshots. No collages.
  5. No watermarks, text, or other elements on the photo. Date stamps are allowed.
  6. The photo needs to have been taken by you.
  7. You cannot use a photo that won an award in another BYC-sponsored contest.
  8. High-quality images are recommended. Basic editing, such as cropping and other subtle changes, is allowed.
  9. ALL photos MUST be uploaded to BYC.
  10. Prizes are limited to one per person per contest.
  11. All BYC rules apply: Terms of Service (Rules).
  12. Entries will be accepted through January 6th, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Photography tips from fellow BYC members:
2023 Winners
View attachment 4261037View attachment 4261038View attachment 4261039
From left to right, photos by @mrskenmore, @CCsGarden, & @HopKat

2022 Winners
View attachment 4255537View attachment 4255538View attachment 4255539View attachment 4255540View attachment 4255541
From left to right, photos by @HopKat, @HollyWoozle, @HopKat, @Beaker99, @Ridgeback825, & @Crazy Chicken Helen

2021 Winners
View attachment 4255534View attachment 4255535View attachment 4255536
From left to right, photos by @SueT, @HopKat, & @OzarkChooks

Click to expand...
Entry 1 my peppermint swirling meringue cookies!
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CCsGarden said:
Ho, ho, ho! Is your December jam-packed with sweets, treats, and all sorts of festive desserts? We'd love to see your artistic holiday sweet creations entered for a chance to win a prize.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this is your chance to let your culinary creativity shine. From festive cookies and cakes to decadent pies and pastries, we want to see your homemade holiday treats that not only taste incredible but also capture the enchanting spirit of the season.

Enter now, share your scrumptious delights, and let the sugary magic unfold. Spread the sweetness, create memories, and savor the holiday spirit. Happy baking!

Prizes - TBD

How to enter:
It's easy to enter, just reply to this thread with photos of your sweet holiday creation and a brief description of the treat!

To increase your chances of winning, please read the rules before entering.
.
Rules:
  1. Four entries per member. One entry per post, please.
  2. An entry is:
    • One photo of a homemade holiday treat (fudge, cookies, pies, cakes, etc.) made by you.
    • A brief description of the holiday treat.
  3. Images that have been resized might be disqualified if they are too small to judge.
  4. No screenshots. No collages.
  5. No watermarks, text, or other elements on the photo. Date stamps are allowed.
  6. The photo needs to have been taken by you.
  7. You cannot use a photo that won an award in another BYC-sponsored contest.
  8. High-quality images are recommended. Basic editing, such as cropping and other subtle changes, is allowed.
  9. ALL photos MUST be uploaded to BYC.
  10. Prizes are limited to one per person per contest.
  11. All BYC rules apply: Terms of Service (Rules).
  12. Entries will be accepted through January 6th, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Photography tips from fellow BYC members:
2023 Winners
View attachment 4261037View attachment 4261038View attachment 4261039
From left to right, photos by @mrskenmore, @CCsGarden, & @HopKat

2022 Winners
View attachment 4255537View attachment 4255538View attachment 4255539View attachment 4255540View attachment 4255541
From left to right, photos by @HopKat, @HollyWoozle, @HopKat, @Beaker99, @Ridgeback825, & @Crazy Chicken Helen

2021 Winners
View attachment 4255534View attachment 4255535View attachment 4255536
From left to right, photos by @SueT, @HopKat, & @OzarkChooks

Click to expand...
Entry 2
My grinchy cake, I piped the grinch face with food colored white chocolate!
Screenshot_20210426-130036_Instagram.jpg
 
CCsGarden said:
Ho, ho, ho! Is your December jam-packed with sweets, treats, and all sorts of festive desserts? We'd love to see your artistic holiday sweet creations entered for a chance to win a prize.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this is your chance to let your culinary creativity shine. From festive cookies and cakes to decadent pies and pastries, we want to see your homemade holiday treats that not only taste incredible but also capture the enchanting spirit of the season.

Enter now, share your scrumptious delights, and let the sugary magic unfold. Spread the sweetness, create memories, and savor the holiday spirit. Happy baking!

Prizes - TBD

How to enter:
It's easy to enter, just reply to this thread with photos of your sweet holiday creation and a brief description of the treat!

To increase your chances of winning, please read the rules before entering.
.
Rules:
  1. Four entries per member. One entry per post, please.
  2. An entry is:
    • One photo of a homemade holiday treat (fudge, cookies, pies, cakes, etc.) made by you.
    • A brief description of the holiday treat.
  3. Images that have been resized might be disqualified if they are too small to judge.
  4. No screenshots. No collages.
  5. No watermarks, text, or other elements on the photo. Date stamps are allowed.
  6. The photo needs to have been taken by you.
  7. You cannot use a photo that won an award in another BYC-sponsored contest.
  8. High-quality images are recommended. Basic editing, such as cropping and other subtle changes, is allowed.
  9. ALL photos MUST be uploaded to BYC.
  10. Prizes are limited to one per person per contest.
  11. All BYC rules apply: Terms of Service (Rules).
  12. Entries will be accepted through January 6th, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Photography tips from fellow BYC members:
2023 Winners
View attachment 4261037View attachment 4261038View attachment 4261039
From left to right, photos by @mrskenmore, @CCsGarden, & @HopKat

2022 Winners
View attachment 4255537View attachment 4255538View attachment 4255539View attachment 4255540View attachment 4255541
From left to right, photos by @HopKat, @HollyWoozle, @HopKat, @Beaker99, @Ridgeback825, & @Crazy Chicken Helen

2021 Winners
View attachment 4255534View attachment 4255535View attachment 4255536
From left to right, photos by @SueT, @HopKat, & @OzarkChooks

Click to expand...
Entry 3
Christmas wreath meringue cookies with a twizzler bow
20161210_110534.jpg
 
CCsGarden said:
Ho, ho, ho! Is your December jam-packed with sweets, treats, and all sorts of festive desserts? We'd love to see your artistic holiday sweet creations entered for a chance to win a prize.

Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this is your chance to let your culinary creativity shine. From festive cookies and cakes to decadent pies and pastries, we want to see your homemade holiday treats that not only taste incredible but also capture the enchanting spirit of the season.

Enter now, share your scrumptious delights, and let the sugary magic unfold. Spread the sweetness, create memories, and savor the holiday spirit. Happy baking!

Prizes - TBD

How to enter:
It's easy to enter, just reply to this thread with photos of your sweet holiday creation and a brief description of the treat!

To increase your chances of winning, please read the rules before entering.
.
Rules:
  1. Four entries per member. One entry per post, please.
  2. An entry is:
    • One photo of a homemade holiday treat (fudge, cookies, pies, cakes, etc.) made by you.
    • A brief description of the holiday treat.
  3. Images that have been resized might be disqualified if they are too small to judge.
  4. No screenshots. No collages.
  5. No watermarks, text, or other elements on the photo. Date stamps are allowed.
  6. The photo needs to have been taken by you.
  7. You cannot use a photo that won an award in another BYC-sponsored contest.
  8. High-quality images are recommended. Basic editing, such as cropping and other subtle changes, is allowed.
  9. ALL photos MUST be uploaded to BYC.
  10. Prizes are limited to one per person per contest.
  11. All BYC rules apply: Terms of Service (Rules).
  12. Entries will be accepted through January 6th, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Photography tips from fellow BYC members:
2023 Winners
View attachment 4261037View attachment 4261038View attachment 4261039
From left to right, photos by @mrskenmore, @CCsGarden, & @HopKat

2022 Winners
View attachment 4255537View attachment 4255538View attachment 4255539View attachment 4255540View attachment 4255541
From left to right, photos by @HopKat, @HollyWoozle, @HopKat, @Beaker99, @Ridgeback825, & @Crazy Chicken Helen

2021 Winners
View attachment 4255534View attachment 4255535View attachment 4255536
From left to right, photos by @SueT, @HopKat, & @OzarkChooks

Click to expand...
Entry 4
My pointsetia and winter flower cupcakes piped by me!
Screenshot_20251208_160113_Photos.jpg
 

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