subject: Cornhole Bean Bags – What Matters Most [print this page] Cornhole Bean Bags What Matters Most Cornhole Bean Bags What Matters Most
In this day and age of modern consumerism, it's easy to go out and find precisely what you want to buy and not have to worry about anything else. If you're a fan of the cornhole game, then you are well aware that there are many options to choose from when it comes to pre-made cornhole boards, cornhole sets, and even replacement cornhole bags. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that sometimes enjoyment is found in the most basic of things. In this case, making your own cornhole bags.
Don't worry if you're clueless around a sewing machine
Even if you've never used a sewing machine or don't even have one you're not alone. Making the bags is certainly easier when you use a sewing machine, but we won't worry about the how as much as the what. Cornhole bags the bean bags that are used in the game- are made up of a few simple ingredients. First and foremost, it's important to use a heavy canvas or similar type of fabric, like duck cloth. Why? Well, if you've played the game, then you know about the stress the bean bags are placed under. Using a light fabric or cloth will mean that you will have plenty of corn feed flying through the air before long.
The choice of materials matters
Make sure that when you decide on a fabric, you choose two different colors. You don't want to choose a dark, hunter green and a dark blue since they can appear to be very similar, especially as evening approaches and dusk casts a strange hue over the landscape. As with the type of fabric you choose, the thread will also make a difference as well. You will want to use a strong, heavy duty thread to sew up the bean bags. And make sure that you select a thread that matches the color of the bean bags you choose.
Lastly, you want feed-grade dried corn to fill the bean bags. It is absolutely not the same to use popcorn as a substitute. Feed corn is much cheaper anyway, and besides, you won't have to worry about the bean bags being left out in the sun. You never know what could happen if you fill your bean bags with popcorn and they heat up too much.
Only three ingredients, and they matter
To make your own cornhole bags, there are only three ingredients that you have to buy, but choosing the right one makes all the difference. If you use the right ones, then you'll have years of enjoyment playing cornhole with your family and friends in the comfort of your own backyard.
