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Today, many people play cornhole to unwind and chill. It’s a highly popular game at tailgate parties, cookout gatherings, and camping. A necessary component of this game is high-quality bean bags. The bags are either maize or resin-filled.
Fun tip: Cornhole bags come in different patterns
With your own DIY cornhole bags, you can choose any material that you like! You can use Fourth of July patterns for some summer fun on the lawn. Even if you would rather buy them, they’re usually relatively budget-friendly at around 20 to 30 bucks.
Bags filled with corn are often referred to as “standard,” whereas bags filled with resin are referred to as “all-weather.” In this article, I’m going to teach you how to make cornhole bags that will last a long time.
How To Make Cornhole Bags
Things you may need:
Duck cloth
Plastic corn pellets
Sewing machine
Sewing thread
Measuring cup
Template
Marker
Self-Healing Cutting Mat
Cutting Guide or Ruler
Scissors
Masking Tape
Digital Scale: Use to accurately weigh your bean bag fill.
Funnel: It makes it easy to load the bags with fill.
Why Choose Duck Cloth Material For DIY Cornhole Bags
Duck cloth is derived from the Dutch word “doek,” which simply means “linen canvas.” Cotton duck is often referred to as canvas fabric or canvas cloth outside of the textile business. Canvas fabric is derived from the Latin term “cannapaceus”, which translates as “hemp-made.” In the 13th century, canvas fabric was made up of hemp due to its abundance and strength.
Surprisingly, not all canvas is made entirely of cotton. Certain kinds of canvas continue to be combined with synthetic fibers such as polyester or nylon. Duck cloth canvas items, on the other hand, will be made of natural cotton.
It is a more compact plain weave canvas that is often heavier than other types of canvas cloth or cotton canvas fabric. Originally constructed of natural cotton, duck canvas, or duck fabric has a plethora of applications and provides various functions.
Choose the Right Fillings
The majority of maize-filled bags include whole kernel corn. Over time, the maize will decompose and produce very little dust. A significant advantage of dust is that it covers the cornhole boards, making it easier for the bags to move.
The main reason players choose resin over corn-filled bags is because corn-filled bags catch fungus during extended periods of play. If the bags are being used in the rain and afterward improper storage, this molding process can be accelerated. Mold growth can also attract insects and corn weevils. Maize weevils lay eggs and larvae, and the bags will soon be full of bugs rather than corn.
The term “resin-filled” refers to a cornhole bag that has been filled with little plastic resin beads. Because the beads do not degrade over time like corn-filled bags, they will last longer. This also keeps them dust-free and makes them safer to play with inside since they don’t pollute the air. One disadvantage is that the absence of dust makes the bags less slippery. Bags filled with corn or resin largely depend on individual preferences.
Stitching Cornhole Bags Polyester Thread
Number 69 polyester thread is somewhat thicker and tougher than V46 polyester thread. Both better in terms of UV protection and strength, this thread is ideal for stitching heavier materials such as Sunbrella, WeatherMax, Sur last, as well as other canvas and strong synthetic fabrics.
This heavily loaded polyester thread is suitable for sewing tasks like bags, packs, awnings, and watercraft. Due to its inherent resistance to UV and weather, this polyester thread is ideal for all high-temperature applications.
Method for making cornhole bags
1. To begin, cut your fabric into 7.5″ squares using your rotary cutter and cutting guide on your self-healing cutting mat. If your cutter has a new/sharp blade, you may save time by cutting many layers.
2. Then, using your masking tape, print and adhere the cornhole bag template to a piece of corrugated cardboard.
3. Now, using your razor knife, begin cutting out the bag pattern. At this stage, you are not required to cut all the way through the cardboard. Once the tracing pattern has been cut out, and the cardboard has been scored, it will be much simpler to cut all the way through while maintaining the lines straight.
4. Once the template is cut out, align two of your 7.5″ duck cloth squares. In the middle, place the cardboard template. Each side of the template should have around 1/2″ of fabric remaining. This provides extra fabric on the inside of your seams, which helps to prevent breaking.
5. Trace the location of the opening with your marker. You’ll want to design it large enough to easily flip the bags inside out and to allow for rapid filling.
6. For optimal strength, you may double stitch them using two distinct stitch settings. To begin, set your machine to a medium-length straight stitch. Sew on the template mark. Begin at one of the hole openings’ ends. Always begin and finish your stitch with a backstitch.
7. Following that, we’ll add a Zig-Zag stitch to the edge of our straight stitch. Avoid overlapping the other stitch to retain the bag’s form. This stitch provides the bag with its toughness to impact and helps prevent breaking by flexing with the cloth. You may need to tweak your tension settings slightly to get the desired result.
8. Turn your bag inside out through the hole you left and push out the corners using a wooden stick or similar object. Trim your corners now to facilitate turning and corner formation.
9. Now it’s time to tally your intake. For waterproof bags, you may use a plastic resin filler. It is quite comparable in weight and density to maize. Whichever filling you select, these bags will need 15.5 oz. or nearly two (2) cups. Remember that the begs should not be overfilled. When a container is overfilled, the chance of failure on impact increases. The ultimate weight of the bag should be exactly 1 lb.
10. Fill your bags with a funnel.
11. Finally, using a zig-zag stitch, close the opening. If desired, you may sew the full length or only overlap the original inner seam. In any case, you now have a very durable cornhole bag that will outperform the competition.
12. Lo and behold! Enjoy your game with these DIY cornhole bags!
What is The History Of Cornhole Bags?
Our beloved game of cornhole seems to have originated in the 1880s with a play series “Parlor Quoits.” There are some variances, such as a square hole, but many similarities, such as a slanted board and bean bags. That game was then marketed to a Massachusetts toy manufacturer, who altered it significantly and renamed it “Faba Baga.”
However, the September 1974 issue of Popular Mechanics is responsible for today’s match of cornhole. A month later, an article demonstrated how to construct the boards, and voila, popular was correct. While cornhole originated in the Midwest during the 1970s and 1980s, it is now frequently played across the United States. Cornhole is everywhere, from backyard family entertainment to ESPN-televised events.
About the Game of Cornhole
Some people refer to it as baggy. Some refer to it as bean bag throw. We’ve even seen it called sack throw or just bags. Whatever you refer to it as we refer to it as fun. This is why:
Low Entry Expense
Unlike many other sports, cornhole is quite inexpensive to learn. Making your boards and luggage is not difficult (see above for DIY bean bags). The majority of individuals really like the game, and those who take it seriously graduate to more elite gear. (Consider customized and themed tablets and backpacks.) However, the gameplay is so enjoyable and reasonably priced that there is absolutely no excuse not to get right in!
Play Without Paying
If you’re playing for pleasure with family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers, the cost of entry is null, nil, nada after you’ve acquired the necessary equipment. When compared to other activities such as golf, where a family excursion for four may cost hundreds of dollars, it’s clear to understand why cornhole is so affordable. Naturally, like with any sport, serious players sometimes participate in tournaments with an entrance fee and cash or other awards.
Suitable for All Ages
All of it is enjoyable. Seriously, cornhole is a game that is liked by people of all ages, from the very young to the very old. It requires little skill or power, and the ‘court’ size may simply be modified to accommodate players of varying abilities. You may take the regulations as seriously or as lightly as you like.
Indoor/Outdoor
According to the official regulations, you’ll want around 40 feet of space to play. Therefore, wherever there is room, you are good to go. This is ideal for when weather is a factor, like on days when it’s too hot, cold, windy, rainy, mosquito-infested, or even snowy.
Additionally, if you have a big enough room, such as a rec room or finished basement, you may simply set up an area for many players or teams.
And when the weather is beautiful, you have the lawn at your disposal!
Individual or Team Participation
Which do you prefer? One on one or is this a team sport? Both are fun with cornholes. Take a buddy or a group of pals, and start playing!
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