How to: Build a Set of Classic Cornhole Boards for The Backyard

Cornhole is the perfect backyard game. It’s got a leg up on other lawn games like croquette since it’s you can play it one-handed with a drink in the other, without ever having to actually leave your conversation. On the other hand, it also lets you to get as competitive as you want with it (unless you’re me and your brother-in-law has to limit how excitable you’re allowed to get for the onlooker’s sake)…   

This guide to DIY Cornhole Boards from Instructables.com is incredibly in-depth so I’d highly suggest it as a first-time woodworking project for a novice. I’d also consider applying a quality finish or painting them with class-y color combo.