Handicraft officer with the Moss Vale Evening branch of CWA Jenny Demkin, won a swag of prizes in various sections in the pavilion at this year's show.

In fact the pavilion events were the only feature that continued in 2020 as the show was cancelled due to the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jenny won prizes with her knitting, sewing, embroidery, baking, jam and even making the winning batch of compost.

Evening branch president Jennifer Bowe OAM said Jenny also "went out of her way to encourage members to submit entries in the pavilion competitions."

She said this resulted in the branch having winners in many sections.

"This a good example of two local community groups working together," she said.

In a show of appreciation to Jenny for her encouragement of others, as well as recognition of her success, the branch members decided to present another award to their handicraft leader.

Jennifer said that since Jenny's catch phrase was "winner winner - chicken dinner" the branch members decided to give the same name to the special trophy.

"Like any of us, Jenny was busy in the garden when the trophy arrived," she said.

But gardening is not the only thing keeping branch members busy.

Jennifer said the members were keeping in touch by email, and the branch phone tree was in full swing ensuring everyone felt involved, and part of a large support group.

"It gives the opportunity for a natter, and permits the voicing and discussion of feelings and concerns when necessary," she said.

"Our branch executive is trialling video meetings, and once we have the hang of it, we will try to involve all members."

Jennifer said there was still much to do with the more than 50 branch members staying busy in 'lockdown'.

"Many items are under production ranging from fig jam, through to vegetable shopping bags, breast care drainage bags, animal care items such as pouches for injured wild life, making trauma dollies, sewing pjs and nighties for families in hospital, working on their photography skills, painting, making felt hearts to cheer someone's day, and yes just a bit of gardening," she said.

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