Cornhole, bean bag toss, baggo — no matter what you choose to call it, there is no denying that cornhole is one of the best summer games out there. Whether you are getting a small group together for an impromptu evening hang out or hosting a large family gathering, everyone knows that when the cornhole platforms come out, it’s time for the party to begin.
If you’ve played a lot of cornhole, you’ve probably noticed something interesting. Everyone has cornhole boards, but nobody has the same cornhole boards. This is because you don’t generally buy cornhole boards at stores—instead, it’s customary to make your own that show a touch of your own personality. If you want to make your own cornhole boards but you’re not sure where to begin, then this list is for you.
Cornhole Platforms
Drinking Game Cornhole
If you are having a large bash, you’re going to want to partake in some drinking games. Why not incorporate your drinking game into a cornhole game by making this set? The premise is simple: everyone has to toss a bean bag and follow the instructions that it lands on. If they get it directly in the hole, they have to finish the rest of their drink. If they land it on other sections on the board, they will have to follow specific instructions ranging from girls drinking to guys drinking to nobody drinking. Of course, you can use your creativity to make your own game terms and conditions!
4th of July Cornhole
The 4th of July is one of the biggest party holidays of the year in the United States, and you must show up prepared with your very own 4th of July-themed cornhole board. It’s all-stars and stripes with this one — just one sight of it, and you’ll want to stand in salute and perform the pledge of allegiance.
Wedding-Themed Cornhole
Common wedding traditions have really shifted in recent years, and it’s no secret that no millennial wedding is complete without a games section. Usually, this will consist of a number of outdoor games that are placed just outside a venue for guests to wander over and play with if they need a break from the chaos of the sweaty dancefloor. You can make your very own wedding-themed cornhole board by following the tutorial found here.
Lightweight Cornhole
Do you want to take your cornhole on the road? Then you’re going to need to have a lightweight pair of cornhole boards that are easy to carry around. That’s exactly what this cornhole tutorial is intended to provide. Made from light plywood and paint, these boards are not only easy to carry around with you but can also be stacked for easy storage.
Beachy Cornhole
Cornhole makes a wonderful beach game. For one thing, it comes with a set of casual rules, which meets it the perfect match for the easy-breezy vibe of the beach. It is also highly portable which makes it easy to pop in the truck in preparation for your day in the sun. This cornhole tutorial shows you how to make corn hole boards that have a beach-inspired design.
Hunting and Fishing Inspired
What if beaches are not your thing, and you’d rather go hunting and fishing? We also have a cornhole board set designed for you. This one features a fish on one board and a moose on one board, which makes it perfect for both the hunting and the fishing fan. It’s not as complicated to make as it seems — the animals aren’t drawings but are instead vinyl decals.
LED
Sometimes you just need to add flashing lights to really get the party started! These beauties are perfect for playing a game of cornhole in the dead of night. We love how it doesn’t just show you how to add lights around the edges but also shows how to add it within the hole. This should really better your aim (though, if you miss, you can still blame it on the dark night — promise).
Nature-Inspired
These nature-inspired boards are wonderful for bringing along on a camping trip. After all, while camping is about relaxing and enjoying the great outdoors, you will also want some activities to do to ward off the mid-day boredom.
Shark’s Mouth
We’re surprised that it took us this long to come up with an example of how to use the cornhole hole as a mouth, but here we are. This corn hole board uses the hole as a shark’s mouth, which is pretty clever. Not everyone will have the artistic skills to paint this scene, but we can always try!
Cornhole From Cabinet Doors
When we are sharing DIY tips and tutorials, we always try to recommend instructions that include recycled materials. Not only is it cheaper, but it is also better for the environment than going out and buying new materials for a project. One of the best ways to make a recycled corn hole board is by using old cabinet doors. You can see how to do this here.
Geometric
Geometric patterns are totally in, and if you are looking for an easy but attractive way to decorate your cornhole board, you can’t go wrong with geometrics. You don’t need to have a lot of artistic or drawing talent to pull off a geometric design — there is a lot that can be done without masking tape (or better yet, painter’s tape) as you can see here.
Regulation Cornhole Set
Now things are getting serious. Did you know that there is actually an American Cornhole Association that sets out rules for how the game of cornhole should be played? Even if you’re just having fun, you might still want to do things by the book. Here is a straightforward way to make cornhole sets that are in line with industry regulations.
Cornhole Game With Scorekeeper
If you’re playing a real game of cornhole, you’re going to want an easy way to keep score! This cornhole board tutorial doesn’t stop at showing you how to make a set of cornhole boards — it also shows you how you can make a scoreboard that matches the set. Cute and convenient!
Cornhole With Storage
If you don’t have a place to keep your cornhole bean bags, then the chances are that they are going to get lost! You can quickly remedy this by building a cornhole board set that comes with built-in storage underneath, as seen here.
Paw Print
Here’s an idea for all of the pet lovers out there. These cornhole boards feature giant paw prints, which is a very cute way to pay tribute to your favorite pet! We love the alternate purple and orange colors, but you can use any color scheme that you’d like.
Patterned Cornhole Board
Here is a cornhole board idea for anyone who wants a set that is a bit more elaborate. You can paint these beautiful flowers and mountaintops — it’s a lot easier than it looks, and if you need extra help, you can always use stencils.
Making cornhole boards is almost just as much fun as playing the game itself. Whether you are making a set for yourself or to give away as a gift, we hope that it brings you lots of joy this summer!