Log in Sign up
PROFILE MENU

Society of Makers

Don't have an account? Sign up.

Society of Makers

Already have an account? Log in.

Society of Makers

Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

42 views  •  28 Apr 2023
Things Kids Can Make
11 subscribers

Make Juggling Bean Bags for Juggling or Games

Bean bags are brilliant for loads of games. Balls are so annoying how they are always rolling away or bouncing around everywhere. So make juggling bean bags and learn to juggle or play a game with a friend where you try and toss them on to a target across your living room.


What do we need to make juggling beans bags?

  • Fabric pieces
  • Thread and needle
  • Dried split peas, beans or lentils
  • Scissors
Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

Let's Start Making A Bean Bag

Step One

First, when we make juggling bean bags we need to cut fabric squares. Cut your fabric squares 10cm x 10cm or 4 inches square.

Think about how many bean bags you want to make and cut enough pieces of fabric to make your juggling bean bags.

Now we need to lay the fabric pieces one on top of the other. Make sure the nice sides of the fabric are in the middle facing each other. This is because we are going to sew them together, then turn the fabric inside out. Then our nice fabric side will be on the outside.
Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

Cut The Bean Bag Fabric And Stitch 

Step Two

So now we have our two pieces of fabric, one on top of each other. With the nice sides of the fabric on the inside. We can start sewing around three of the edges.

Sew around three of the edges about 1cm or 3/8ths of an inch, in from the edge.

When we do our sewing, make sure your stitches are tight together. If your stitches are not tight, the dried beans or lentils will slip through your stitches.

If you know an adult with a sewing machine, ask if they will help you do this sewing on their machine.
Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

Continue Assembling Our Bean Bag

Step Three

Once we have completed the sewing around three sides. We can snip off the corners and then turn it inside out.

We snip off the corners so, when we turn it inside out, the corners aren't all bunched up inside. But this part is not critical.

Right, what's next to make juggling bean bags?
Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

Fill Our Bean Bag With Dried Beans Or Lentils

Step Four

Now we have a little pouch, we can start filling it with our bean bag filling. Fill it about three-quarters full with dried beans, lentils or peas.
Learn to Make Juggling Bean Bags

Finish Making The Bean Bag

Step Five

Finally, the last stage to make juggling bean bags is to simply close the opening. Fold over the cut edges of the opening before you sew it closed. This is so we have a nice neat edge. Now carefully sew closed the opening with an overstitch.

And there you go!

The first bean bag you make, might be a little bit fiddly. But then the next few will be loads easier. Make juggling bean bags and make lots of them. Then have fun making up lots of fun games to play with your friends and family.

How far can you throw the bean bags to your friends and still catch them. And how many can you juggle? 
0 Comments
CANCEL
CLEAR
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/280534191000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make a Rolling Ball Puzzle Game for Kids
Things Kids Can Make
21 views • 24 Mar 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/111214071000b-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make a Simple Travel Game for Kids
Kids Craft Club
18 views • 2 Jul 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/2812024310000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make a Skittles Game for Kids That’s Fun
Things Kids Can Make
21 views • 16 Mar 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/2505580010000-THUMB.jpg thumbnail
Fancy Concertina Star Christmas Garlands
Sandy Lane
27 views • 12 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/111221461000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Geranium and Orange Massage Bars
Natural Skin Care
34 views • 11 Aug 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/191252441000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Festive Card Winter Trees Snow Scene Decoration
Kids Christmas Projects
32 views • 12 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/271136581000-standard.jpg thumbnail
String Printing Is Really Fun
Lottie Smith
19 views • 4 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/110548011000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Black And White Decorated Eggs
Elizabeth Richards
34 views • 20 Dec 2022
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/070300291000-standard.jpg thumbnail
How To Make A Watercolour Effect Cupid Valentines Card
Alison Jones
32 views • 10 Jun 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/271229181000-standard.jpg thumbnail
How To Make A Colourful Papier Mache Necklace
Lottie Smith
20 views • 12 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/231203411001-standard.jpg thumbnail
Revolutionise Your Home Decor with the Ultimate Iris Throw Hack
Ms Felt
28 views • 9 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202309/04035258101-tim.jpg thumbnail
Crafting Magic: Exploring the World of Tim Holtz Brand and Produc...
Jane Wells
34 views • 14 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/040115281000b-feature.jpg thumbnail
Simple Star Shaped Decorative Papier Mache Drawer Knobs
Alison Jones
34 views • 3 Dec 2022
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/031018251000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Potato Printing Makes Me Happy
Things Kids Can Make
34 views • 15 May 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/230428051000-standard.jpg thumbnail
How To Make A Handmade Paper Shade Globe
Alison Jones
34 views • 17 Mar 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/270901561000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make a Fun Fishing Game For Kids
Things Kids Can Make
33 views • 12 Mar 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/270411091000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make a Mosaic Picture Frame for Fun
Things Kids Can Make
31 views • 27 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/011022171000.jpg thumbnail
Making A Lino Printed, Papier Mache Plate Design
Alison Jones
21 views • 3 Jan 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/200147141001-standard.jpg thumbnail
Festive Felt Heart Decoration For Christmas
Ms Felt
27 views • 20 Aug 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/121059551000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make an Egg Carton Ant Model
Kids Craft Club
31 views • 6 Jul 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/190241291000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make Star Sign Gift Wrap
Katie Isaacs
24 views • 1 Jan 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/030824521000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Leaf Printing for Children
Things Kids Can Make
34 views • 7 May 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202302/140205301000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Simple Paper Cut Lanterns
Elizabeth Richards
21 views • 16 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/140512361000.jpg thumbnail
Cherub Papier Mache Bowl
Alison Jones
22 views • 23 Dec 2022
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/070239351000.jpg thumbnail
Personalised Decoupage Shoe Boxes
Alison Jones
21 views • 15 Dec 2022
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/200402081001-standard.jpg thumbnail
Revamp Your Curtains in Minutes with These Mesmerizing Beaded Fel...
Ms Felt
33 views • 30 Aug 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202304/180832301000.jpg thumbnail
YouTube Channel Zan Von Zed Review. What Sort Of Bed Does She Sle...
Jane's Best Of YouTube Makers
46 views • 26 Apr 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/290812251000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Paper Lanterns Can Light Up Your Life
Kids Craft Ideas
14 views • 12 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/070235091000.jpg thumbnail
Beautiful Celestial Day And Night Hanging Mobile
Alison Jones
16 views • 8 Dec 2022
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/291141261000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Fun Tie-Dye T-Shirt Tutorial for Kids
Kids Craft Ideas
32 views • 4 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202303/181234481000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make Personalised Gift Wrap and Gift Tags
Kids Craft Club
26 views • 13 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202304/14012837103.jpg thumbnail
YouTube Channel Nerdforge Review. Nerdforge Only Makes Her Own Fi...
Jane's Best Of YouTube Makers
46 views • 14 Apr 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202304/161249361000.jpg thumbnail
YouTube Channel Nigel Chia Review. His Dolls Are Better Dressed T...
Jane's Best Of YouTube Makers
44 views • 20 Apr 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202308/191226471000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Make Paper Bird Decorations and Gift Tags
Kids Christmas Projects
36 views • 9 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202309/051244301314137280480_n.jpg thumbnail
Sweet Artistry Unleashed: Exploring the World of Wilton Cake Deco...
Jane Wells
33 views • 24 Sep 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202301/030425211000-standard.jpg thumbnail
How To Make A Papercut Screen
Elizabeth Richards
27 views • 13 Jan 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202212/191259071000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Making Cupid Valentines Day Wrapping Paper
Katie Isaacs
21 views • 1 Feb 2023
/mystu/newpost/uploads/202307/141043351000-standard.jpg thumbnail
Homemade Green Clay Mask For Cleansing The Skin
Natural Skin Care
27 views • 12 Sep 2023