Building your own bean bag game

If you've found out the proper size I'd appreciate it if you would share the size, weight, Etc? Reply 4 years ago. Try www. Bought the "Duck" Cloth in Blue and Red from a supplier on a well known auction site. I've also made the cornhole set, and am planning to sand it down and paint it this weekend. I saw this trick about how to get the leg height correct from another website. Once frame is attached prop the back the board on a one gallon paint can.

That makes the back of the board exactly 12 inches high. Once leg is attached let it dangle off your work bench and scribe the angle. Cut it and you are good. Love the idea for the legs. I never thought of this. For those who are new at DIY wood working, at Lowes and Home Depot you can get a 4 x 8 sheet of ply wood and have them cut it into four 2 x 4s if you are making 2 sets. First cut is free, second and third if needed are usually 50 cents or a dollar.

This will cut the price almost in half for the ply which is usually the most expensive piece to this project. And its usually cheaper. If you go this route, take some 2 x 4 scraps and build a "T" underneath from just below the hole to the bottom 2 x 4.

Doing this will add support and also prevent that dreaded bounce. Not to mention it will make for a better playing surface because its perfectly smooth before adding your paint. This would not work if you plan to stain it. Just curious, I wanted to be as precise as possible.

Is there a certain size cloth one would use and does the amount or type bean you use make a difference. Thank you. I've been wanting to make this game for a long time. My Grandchildren love to play, truth be told, I do too. Now I'll just have someone to play with me. I believe they'll love it, they are very competitive. Should keep them busy for a little while anyway. Thank you very much for giving me the proper size and for all the tips.

George Hood. I have found that a paint stick works well for drawing a circle- simply drill a hole for the screw and another hole at the measurement you need. Put your pencel tip in the hole and draw your line. There is a guy using one of your images for his cornhole ad in a craigslist posting claming it's his. With just a few minor changes my son and I followed your pattern and now we each have a set that are the hit at family functions.

Thanks P. The beer helped! Awesome guide! For more on cornhole , check out www. Haha, Thank you for posting this! Place the 2' x 4' onto the workbench.

Warning: Improper use of the circular saw may cause bodily injury or harm. Determine which side of the board looks better. Put this side down on the workbench. Insert the phillips head driver into the drill. Line up the corner of the hinge with the intersections of marks made in step 9. Screw the other part of the hinge into the underside of the board.

Note: Ensure that when the hinge is opened to a degree angle the top of the 11" block lies flush with the underside of the board. If not, it may be necessary to remove the screws from the block, adjust, and refasten. Caution: If the block does not lie even with the underside it will put too much stress on the hinge, which may cause buckling or damage to the finished product.

Longer screws or over tightening may cause screws to penetrate the top of the board, damaging the final product. Keep the board "good-side" down on the workbench. Get the 23" piece of 2' x 4' cut in step 8. Using the hammer and four nails, attach the 23" piece by pounding 4 nails through it and into the underside of the board. Caution: Using nails that are too long may cause damage to the board.

Using sandpaper, remove sharp corners or splinters around all edges, including the 6" diameter hole. After sanding, wipe down the board with a damp paper towel or cloth. Apply your desired paint and desired number of coats. Be sure to allow the paint to dry completely before applying ay stain or finish. Warning: Painting and staining should be done in a well ventilated area, as fumes can be dangerous to inhale.

Sort all materials into piles by like item to ensure you have materials needed to complete project. Take [2] of the 2x4x8' boards. Cut each into [2] 48" pieces, for a total of [4] 4x4x48" pieces.

Take the [2] remaining 2x4x8' boards. The 21" pieces must be inside of the 48" pieces. This will form a 2'x4' box. Lay one piece of the 24"x48" plywood on top of the 2x4 box, use the plywood to square up the 2x4 frame. Turn the box upside down. From the inside of the box, make a mark in the center of the 2x4 vertically inside the radius. Use the drill bit to drill a hole through the support leg and side of the box. Install the carriage bolt through both holes and attach with a washer and a wing nut.