Tabletop cornhole boards. Learn how to make this fun tabletop cornhole board with just a couple pieces of wood! This shop has been compensated by Inmar Intelligence and its advertiser, Mars Wrigley Confectionery, US LLC. All opinions are mine alone. ​#CandyCallIt
Today we’re having a little indoor football fun by making tabletop cornhole boards. This is a great way to have a little friendly competition while the game is on.
These mini cornhole boards are basically a smaller version of my regulation cornhole boards DIY project, but you can set them up on your table and have fun during your Big Game party!
We know that the Big Game isn’t always about the actual game, it’s about the food and fun!
How To Make Tabletop Cornhole Boards
This project is quite easy, and you don’t need too many tools to complete it either.
Materials and Cuts
- 1 – 1″x8″ board, 24″ long
- Cut to two 12″ long pieces
- 1 – 1″x2″ board; 12″ long
- Cut into four 3″ long pieces with one end being cut at a 15-degree angle, as seen in the photo
You will also need
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Instructions
Follow these instructions to learn how to build tabletop cornhole boards!
Cut the Wood
Cut the pieces as instructed above in the materials list.
One 1″x8″ board cut into two 12″ long pieces. One 1″x2″ board; cut into four 3″ long pieces with one end being cut at a 15-degree angle.
Cut the Holes
At one end of each board, cut 2″ holes. Measure 3″ down from the end and 3-5/8″ from the side; make a mark with your pencil and drill the holes. One on each board.
Attach Tabletop Cornhole Board Legs
Use wood glue to attach the legs to the same end as you drilled the holes. Allow the glue to dry completely.
You can use brad nails through the face of the cornhole boards if you wish. But since it’s for light tabletop use, I really don’t see the need in doing so. Most wood glues are stronger than wood these days, so it will hold up quite well.
Sand it Smooth
Smooth out any rough spots or pencil marks from the cutting process with sandpaper.
Paint and Decorate the Tabletop Cornhole Boards
Now comes the fun part. Paint and decorate your mini cornhole boards. I suggest using a white primer or chalk paint. After that, the colors and decorations are up to you! Have fun with it!
That’s all there is to it! Building tabletop cornhole boards is real easy to do!
Football Party
Now it’s time to set up for the big football game!
Party Food
- SNICKERS® Minis
- M&M’S® Peanut Candies
- SKITTLES® Original candies
- Cocktail franks
- Popcorn
- Drinks
Throw a Family Big Game Party
Who is watching the Big Game with you this year? Wife, husband, kids? It’s a family affair and it’s going to be a blast.
We’re showing our football spirit by serving up our favorites.
SNICKERS®, SKITTLES®, and M&M’S® candies want to get all of the party-goers in on the action.
Halftime Hotdogs. We’re using cocktail franks on football pennant cocktail sticks. Toss them in the slow cooker or fry them up in a pan to be ready for the football game.
Penalty Popcorn with M&M’S® Peanut candies. Simply pop some kettle corn and add M&M’S® candies. Serve in one bowl for everyone to share or in individual size serving cups.
Don’t forget the candy dish! A bowl of SKITTLES® Original candies will be a treat everyone will love.
If you’d like to toss some fruit on the table, orange slices are a great option. Everyone who’s played football when they were a kid remembers orange slices during halftime! As for drinks, serving juice, iced tea, or lemonade is always a great option.
Use SNICKERS® Minis as the bean bags to play cornhole on the tabletop cornhole boards!
Halftime Game with the Tabletop Cornhole Boards
During halftime, we’ll have a big showdown and see who can win at tabletop cornhole!
Make up your own rules or you can try playing for real with these cornhole game instructions.
Tabletop Cornhole Boards
Equipment
- Drill
- 2" Hole Saw or Jig Saw and Drill Bit
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Paint brushes
- Miter saw or miter box (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 1" x 8", 24" long board Cut to two 12" long pieces
- 1 2" x 2", 12" long board Cut into four 3" long pieces with one end being cut at a 15-degree angle, as seen in the photo
- Wood Glue
- 220 Grit Sandpaper
- Paint and/or football decals
- Clearcoat spray or roll on
Instructions
- Cut wood as instructed in the material list. Make sure to cut the 1" x 2" pieces with an angle (approx 15 degrees) on one end of each piece.
- At one end of each 12" board, measure 3" down from the end and 3-5/8" in from the side, make a mark and cut your 2" hole with the mark acting as your center guide.
- Use wood glue to attach the legs; gluing the angled end to the bottom of the boards at the top nearest the cornholes.
- Sand the cornhole boards smooth.
- Decorate with paint and decals any way you wish!
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We love using these tabletop cornhole boards! Whether we’re tossing candy or tossing bottlecaps, they’re a fun way to create a little competition on the weekends!