Cornhole is a classic backyard game popular at tailgates and family gatherings.
Build a custom set of cornhole boards with our how-to instructions.
Draw a 6-inch circle around this point with a compass.
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Cut the hole in the plywood boardusing a jigsaw.
Clamp that board onto the other plywood board top and trace the circle for matching holes.
At the opposite end of each the leg, measure in 1-5/8-inch from the sides and top.
Place compass point at that spot, then use the compass to mark a rounded end.
Cut your traced edge.
Smooth all cut edges with a router or sandpaper.
Wipe away sawdust with a tack cloth.
Step 3: Connect Legs
Place a 17-5/8-inch leg connect board between two legs.
It should form an H, with both rounded edges facing the same direction.
Attach with screws; fill holes with spackle.
Butt two 20-7/8-inch short sides between two 47-7/8-inch long sides to form a rectangle.
Clamp to keep frame square, then screw the frame together.
(You may want to drill pilot holes first.)
Nail top to frame using a nail gun.
Repeat with remaining sides and top to create the second cornhole board.
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This will help prevent any warping.
Wipe away any sawdust with a tack cloth when finished.
Step 6: Paint Board
Prime and paintlegs and board surface separately.
Repeat on the opposite side and with the second cornhole board.
Step 8: Attach Legs to Frame
Remove spacers.
Thread the carriage bolt through the frame from the outside in.
Secure tightly and repeat on the second side and for the second cornhole board.
Use a funnel to fill the bag with 2 cups of corn kernels.
Once filled, fold the open edges inward, and stitch the last side of the bag closed.
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Double-stitch the edges of the bag to ensure no corn kernels escape from the bag when playing.
Credit: Brie Passano
Credit: Brie Passano
