A fun yard game is cornhole boards. These simple boards are fun to make and use. For a good set of boards, the prices can range into the hundreds. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of DIY cornhole boards sets for you. Some tools that are common in almost all the projects include a miter saw, table saw, a hand jig saw, Kreg jig, sander, and a drill. You don’t have to have these items, but they make the work go quicker and easier.
1. DIY Cornhole Boards
This tutorial shows how to make an easy cornhole board set for your home. They personalized their boards with decals that add a unique charm to these backyard game boards.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• Two-by-fours
• Plywood
• Pocket screws
• Wood glue
• Two 3/8-by-4 1/2 inch carriage bolt
• Loctite
• Compass
• Sandpaper
• Veneer edging
• Iron
• Wood stain
• Decals (optional for decoration)
• Polyurethane
• Foam brushes
2. DIY Classic Cornhole Game Boards
Here is a DIY cornhole set that is built to regulation standards. It also has pull handles to make it easy to take to any gathering. It also has a minimal amount of cutting, since the plywood boards can be bought at the right size.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• 2-3 Two-by-fours
• Two 24-by-48 inch plywood
• 1-inch trim-head screws
• 3-inch deck screws
• 3/8-by-3 1/2 inch carriage bolt
• Wing nuts
• 6 1/2 inch utility pull
• Wood glue
• Paint
3. DIY Cornhole Toss Boards
This tutorial uses a 6-inch hole bit to create the cornhole, but it can be created using a jigsaw.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• 2-3 Two-by-fours
• 2 24-by-48 inch plywood
• 2 1/2 inch wood screws
• 1 1/2 inch wood screws
• Wood putty
• Wood glue
• 3/8-by-4 1/2 inch carriage bolt
• Wing nuts
• Sandpaper
• Decals (optional for decoration)
• Polyurethane
4. DIY Fancy Cornhole Board
If you want something with a fancier look, this tutorial shows how to make a more high-end cornhole board with inset plywood boards. A table saw is great for making the rabbets for the plywood to sit in, giving this cornhole board it’s framed look.
Level of difficulty: Medium
Duration: 4-6 hours
Materials you need:
• 4 Two-by-fours
• 2 24-by-48 inch plywood
• Brad nails
• Wood glue
• Square layout tool
• 220 grit sandpaper
• Dap plastic wood
• Wood stain
• White paint
• Decals (optional for decoration)
• General purpose clamps
• Polycrylic
• 3/8-by-4 1/2 inch carriage bolt
• Wing nuts
5. DIY Hand-Painted Cornhole Boards with Magnetic Score Board
Here is a customized DIY cornhole board with a magnetic scoreboard. They also did a custom paint job to give these game boards a personal touch.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• 4+ Two-by-fours
• Two 24-by-48 inch plywood
• Two-by-two-by-four
• Pocket screws
• Wood glue
• 3-inch construction screws
• Spray paint
• Acrylic paint
• Polyurethane
• 6 1/2 inch utility pull
• Two 1 inch-by-15 inch Metal strip
• Two Magnets
6. DIY Portable Cornhole Set
These two cornhole boards latch together for easy travel.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• Two-by-four
• Two 24-by-48 inch plywood
• 4 One-by-four
• 3/8-by-4 1/2 inch carriage bolt
• Wing nuts
• 1 1/2 inch wood screws
• Sanding block
• Wood glue
• 6 1/2 inch utility pull
• Latches
• Wood stain
7. DIY Mini Cornhole Board Set
If you want a smaller DIY cornhole set, this tutorial is a great video to watch. They are light weight for kids to move around the yard. They are also a great size for playing indoors.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours
Materials you need:
• 24-by-48 inch plywood (cut in half)
• Two-by-four
• One-by-four
• Pocket screws
• Sandpaper
• Acrylic paint
• Decals (optional for decoration)
• Polyurethane
8. DIY Tabletop Cornhole Board
Here is a simple DIY cornhole board that is easy to make and sits on a tabletop. It’s a great game for a rainy day or just sitting around with friends.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 30 minutes
Materials you need:
• 16-by-20 inch Basswood Plaque
• Basswood carving block
• Rustic tote
• Wood glue
• Sandpaper
• Spray paint
• Acrylic paint
• Painters tape
9. DIY Coin Cornhole Boards
If you are looking for an even smaller cornhole board, this tutorial is made for coins. It’s a great addition to any desk, kitchen table or small space where you still want to play, but don’t have the room.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 30 minutes
Materials you need:
• Balsa wood cut into three different widths for boards and legs
• Circle stencil
• Balsa wood strip
• X-acto knife
• Wood glue
• Acrylic paint
10. DIY Fall Leaves Cornhole Boards
If you are not looking for a permanent cornhole set, this tutorial is a great alternative. The boards are made out of cardboard boxes and leaves. It is fast and easy to design with no need for any power tools or time in the workshop. Plus, they are a great decorative board set for the kids to play with.
Level of difficulty: Medium
Duration: 30 minutes
Materials you need:
• Cardboard box
• X-acto knife
• Fall leaves
• Pine cones
• Glue gun and glue sticks
• Duct tape
• Wood sticks
11. DIY Resin Finish Cornhole Boards
Here is a tutorial that shows how to finish your DIY cornhole board with a resin finish. You can use any of the cornhole board builds from the previous tutorials to apply this resin top to it.
Level of difficulty: Easy
Duration: 30 minutes
Materials you need:
• A cornhole board top
• Clear resin
Conclusion
These DIY cornhole board sets are the perfect addition to your backyard fun and games. They can be built for easy storage, travel and size limitations. They can be personalized in so many ways, no two board sets will be the same. Let us know how you customized your cornhole board sets! More projects that will help you decorate your yard and turn it into a fun environment can be found right here.
