These cornhole bags are a sensory sewing project for kids that doubles as the softest, most satisfying backyard game you’ll ever play! These bags are like a weighted stuffie: super soft, satisfying to hold, and genuinely fun to toss. I started out wanting to make a fun summer game that was sensory friendly, and then I realized this project would also be perfect for teaching kids how to sew! Whether you’re looking for a summer project or a fun activity to enjoy, this is the project for you!
Supplies for Making Cornhole Bags:
- Super soft fabric in corn kernel texture vibes. For the corn-inspired look, use golden yellow fabric and deep green fabric. The contrast is beautiful, just like green husks on a corn cob!
- Fairfield World Low Loft Batting to give that puffy, cushioned feel.
- Stick Fusible Interfacing to keeps everything structured while you sew.
- Poly-Pellets to add that satisfying weighted feel kids love.
Watch the full video tutorial
See every step up close, including how to fill and close the bags perfectly.
How to Make Cornhole Bags
- Cut the fabric, batting, and interfacing into 7 inch squares.
- Fuse the batting to the fabric with Stick Fusible Interfacing. This stabilizes the soft fabric and makes it much easier for beginners (and kids!) to handle while sewing.
- Free sew corn kernel lines on the yellow fabric and husk lines on the green fabric.
- Pin the layers together, then sew around the perimeter leaving a two inch opening to turn. This is a perfect straight-line sewing practice for beginners.
- Turn & fill with 2 cups of Poly-Pellets. Turn the bag right-side out through the opening, then use a funnel to pour in your Poly-Pellets. These give the bags that wonderful weighted, beanbag feel, like a soft stress ball.
- Slip stitch or top-stitch the opening closed. Now you have a corn-on-the-cob cornhole bag ready for backyard action!
This project is perfect for summer fun for many reasons, including:
- Teaches straight-line sewing
- Sensory play for toddlers
- No complicated pattern needed
- Finished product you’ll actually use
- Soft & safe for little hands
- Makes a great handmade gift
We love to see what you make, so be sure to tag Fairfield World when you make your own cornhole bags so we can enjoy your creativity with you! Have fun crafting and creating!
