I love open-ended toys because they encourage children to use their imaginations. A couple years ago I made a set of bean bags for my girls which they continue to play with almost daily, while the mass produced, battery operated, plastic toys collect dust on a shelf. I am constantly amazed and inspired by the countless games they have invented! My niece recently turned two, so today I made another set of bean bags out of corduroy for her birthday gift.
I'm including a small metal pail for toting around the bean bags and to use for toss games. A great open ended toy in itself, my girls find plenty of alternate uses for their bean bag pail.
I won't bore you with the details of how I made these basic bean bags. Instead I've put together a list of tutorials for some creative and clever renditions of this classic toy. Enjoy!
Ribbon Loop Bean Bag by Sew Like My Mom
Bean Bag Numbers by The Idea Room
Juggling Chooks (Chicken Bean Bags) by Red Ted Art's Blog
Reverse Applique Felt Bean Bags by Whimsy Love
Mini Bean Bags by Art Nest
Pyramidal Bean Bags by ikat bag
Strawberry Stenciled Burlap Bean Bags by One Charming Party
Freezer Paper Stenciled Bean Bags by Claas Creations
Japanese Otedama Bags by Tea Rose Home on Living With Punks
Counting Bean Bags by One Inch World
Spelling Bean Bags by Chez Beeper Bebe
Jeans Pocket Bean Bags by Chica and Jo
Sock Bean Bags by A Little Tipsy
Photo Bean Bags by Penny Carnival
Bean Bag with Ribbon Tail by Kirchenzeit
How cute! I love the bean bags, thanks so much for sharing:)
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These are so sweet! I think I might keep my eye out at the thrift store for some corduroy pants that could be upcycled into bean bags. Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteFantastic idea! And the fabric you chose is darling. Thanks for sharing at the Pomp Party!
ReplyDeleteThey are really cute. Kids want to entertain themselves.
ReplyDeleteYou've brought back some great memories. I love the weight and sound of bean bags. I gotta make some for my niece this Christmas. Thanks for the reminder. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up at the Wildly Original party.
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what a great toy! i would love to make this as a gift for a child. perfectly matched with the pail. found you at tatertos! if you still feel like partying come on over to my blog!
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DeleteThanks so much for sharing on Craft Schooling Sunday! I was just thinking this morning that I need to make some bean bags for chanukah gifts for my kids, so perfect timing!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I love these :) Super cute fabric.
ReplyDeleteShannon @ Sewing Barefoot