Bean Bag Toss Chalkboard Upcycle DIY

Bean Bag Toss Chalkboard Upcycle DIY

What is the weather like where you live? This false Spring has me dreaming of Summer. Let's play outside now! Upcycle an old chalkboard into a versatile bean bag toss game...perfect for a carnival, party or hours of outside play time!



Let the kids play in the yard with a little target practice...or decorate the chalkboard for a specific party or carnival theme. I love that it can erase and color on for every occasion.

I love carnival games but cannot justify the price of playing them. I love to create my own versions that I can play again and again without running up a huge tab. This is a fun way to set up a little neighborhood carnival or have it out at the Easter Egg Hunt at the park.

Maybe even offer some prizes, or just have it set up for fun.

Supplies Needed for Chalkboard Bean Bag Toss:

Chalkboard in Frame (worn out and heading to the dumpster)
1x2 board for leg
Metal Hinge
Jigsaw
Chalk & Eraser
Bean Bags



This chalkboard was on its way to the dumpster and I rescued it. I knew exactly what I wanted to do with it. I just drew circles on it where I wanted to cut the holes. Use a plate, bowl or compass to make a perfect circle...or just eyeball it like me.



Then I used a jigsaw to cut out 3 six inch holes. Just pilot a hole with a drill bit and then slip the jigsaw inside and cut around the circle outline.

Make as many holes as you like!



Then rummage through the garage and find an old 1x2 and a metal hinge to make a leg for it to stand. This is nice because it also collapses for easy storage.



It's not super fancy, but it works just fine for this fun outdoor game.



Then erase the chalkboard and go to work drawing all kinds of things on it. Make targets, add point values for each hole, or decorate it for the holiday or party theme. This would make a great station for a school party too.

Here's some holiday decoration ideas:

Pumpkins for a Halloween Party
Easter Bunny and Eggs for Easter
Hearts for Valentines
Flowers for Spring
Sunshine for Summer
Leaves for Autumn
Presents and ornaments for Christmas



Use some small bean bags to make the shots! Just prop it up and let the bean bags rain down.



Fun for kids and adults alike! What would you decorate yours like?

That's it!

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Check out this DIY Spinner Wheel, it's great for a carnival too!