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10 DIY Cornhole Board Plans

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Stacy Fisher
Stacy Fisher, Writer
Stacy Fisher

Stacy is an expert writer for The Spruce covering home DIY projects and crafts. She has over 18 years of journalistic experience, appearing as a DIY expert on the Dr. Oz Show and several radio shows. She has published hundreds of articles and co-authored a book.

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Updated on 11/14/22
Blue and gray cornhole boards in a yard

The DIY Plan 

These DIY cornhole board plans will take you through each building step of gathering materials and supplies, cutting your boards, assembling the boards for play, and then finishing them with paint, stain, or decals.

Cornhole, also called bean bag toss, is a simple yard game where you toss bean bags into the hole on the board and compete as teams or individuals. It's a no-stress game that's a lot of fun and you'll want to have it ready to go for your next barbecue, camping trip, or tailgate.

Not sure how to play cornhole? Not a problem! These official cornhole rules will show you how. If you're not up for building one, consider buying one of these best cornhole boards.

  • 01 of 10

    Cornhole Board Plan

    Two cornhole boards with red and blue bean bags

    A Wonderful Thought

    These patriotic cornhole boards would look great in your backyard! They start off with plywood and a few power tools later, and you have these awesome-looking boards. Besides having in-depth building instructions, this cornhole board plan has materials and cut lists so you can start off having everything you need. There's also inspiration for finishing your boards in designs like stars and stripes.

    Cornhole Board Plan from A Wonderful Thought

  • 02 of 10

    DIY Cornhole Set from a Pallet

    Two white cornhole boards in a yard

    Remodelaholic

    Want to be a hit with all the kids in the neighborhood? With just one pallet and a few boards, you can build this mini cornhole board set that's just for the kids. Included in the building directions are how to take apart and cut up your pallet so you can use it as cornhole boards. Then it walks you through the process of assembling everything back together to create the boards. Also included are instructions on how to sew cornhole bags for your game.

    DIY Cornhole Set from a Pallet from Remodelaholic

  • 03 of 10

    How to Build Cornhole Boards

    Two cornhole boards decorated with the American flag

    Girl, Just DIY!

    Build your own cornhole boards with this free tutorial that has everything you need to successfully build them. If you'd rather attach decals to your cornhole boards instead of painting them, there are some great tips here on how to make them last. This is a great in-depth tutorial that you'll want to check out before attempting to build the boards.

    How to Build Cornhole Boards from Girl, Just DIY!

  • 04 of 10

    Custom Cornhole Boards

    A wooden cornhole board on a deck

    Designing Vibes

    Since you're building your cornhole boards yourself, you can really customize them to look like whatever you like. You can create your own custom cornhole boards with this free tutorial from Designing Vibes. You'll need a few sheets of plywood and a few 2X4's plus a few other supplies, and you'll be ready to start building. Directions include how to use stain, sealer, and a decal to finish the project.

    Custom Cornhole Boards from Designing Vibes

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  • 05 of 10

    DIY Backyard Cornhole

    Two cornhole boards in a backyard

    Our Faux Farmhouse 

    Build regulation-sized cornhole boards with this step-by-step plan. The finished boards are painted and stenciled to create one-of-a-kind boards that are perfect for some backyard fun.

    DIY Backyard Cornhole from Our Faux Farmhouse

  • 06 of 10

    How to Make Cornhole Boards

    Two cornhole boards in a yard

    Four Oaks Crafts 

    Learn how to make cornhole boards with this free building plan from Four Oaks Crafts. The plan starts off with the tools and supplies you'll need and then heads into the building directions. It all ends with finishing instructions so you can get a nice set of stained boards.

    How to Make Cornhole Boards from Four Oaks Crafts

  • 07 of 10

    Free Cornhole Board Plan

    Two blue cornhole boards sitting by a fence

    Home Stories A to Z 

    Make your cornhole toss dreams a reality when you use this plan to build some cornhole boards for your backyard. You'll love the process so much that you might even consider building another set to give as a gift.

    Free Cornhole Board Plan from Home Stories A to Z

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    How to Build a Set of DIY Cornhole Boards

    Blue and gray cornhole boards in a yard

    The DIY Plan 

    Learn how to build a set of DIY cornhole boards with this free building plan from The DIY Plan. These are built to be sturdy so thicker plywood is used. So sturdy in fact, that you can even cover the hole and make it into a bike ramp when you're not playing. There's also a tutorial on how to make your own cornhole bags to play with if you'd rather make than buy them.

    How to Build a Set of DIY Cornhole Boards from The DIY Plan

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  • 09 of 10

    DIY Cornhole Game Set

    A blue and white cornhole board
    Stuff Andy Makes

    Make your own DIY cornhole game set with this free plan that will make even the beginner woodworker confident in building one. You'll also find some great tips on how to finish and paint the boards.

    DIY Cornhole Game Set from Stuff Andy Makes

  • 10 of 10

    Cornhole Boards

    Two cornhole boards against a concrete wall
    Amber Oliver

    Being both lightweight and collapsible, you'll be playing cornhole all the time. This free cornhole board plan takes you through cutting, building, and stenciling this fun chevron pattern on your boards.

    Cornhole Boards from Amber Oliver