Bean Bag Tutorial

Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Kellyn.
Not only is she super talented, but she’s my little sis!
She’s also the seamstress in the family, so I’m glad she’s around to help with all our sewing needs. :)

She also has an amazing ETSY SHOP called: FRAYED.
Go on over and check it out!

I’ll turn the time over to her now…

 

Bean bags are a super simple idea that can used for so many things!
*They are a fun way for your child to learn their letters and numbers

*They Challenge children with throwing, catching and balancing skills

There are tons of great games you can come up with that will keep your child and their friends entertained for a long time :-)

Here is a tutorial on my numbered bean bags, simple enough for any beginner to create. Enjoy!

Materials needed

-20, 5×5 fabric squares

-Scrap fabric for your letters

-Pellon

-Pinto Beans

Steps:

1.) Making your letters: There are many different things you can use to make your letters. Stencils, chipboard, print out from Microsoft word, magnets… Be Creative!



-Trace each number backwards onto the smooth side of your pellon.

-Cut out the individual letters, but no need to be precise as you will do this once its ironed on to the fabric.

-(Follow your pellon instructions) By ironing the rough side of your pellon piece (with the traced number) to the wrong side of your desired scrap of fabric. I use black and white scraps as I know they will show up best!

-Now you will use scissors to cut out the number (leaving the pellon backing).

2.) Making your bean bag squares: You can be as creative as you want with the fabrics you choose. I like to use bright primary colors.

-Cut out 20, 5×5 squares. It looks best if you use the same fabric for each square (so 2 squares per bean bag)

3.) Numbering your Bean Bags: Lay out your squares in the order you would like them to be in.

-Once you have decided which number goes on which square, iron it on by using your pellon instructions.

-Stitch your letter in place for extra durability. I like to use a zig zag, but a straight stitch will do just fine.

1.4.) Sewing your bean bag:

-Match up the right sides together and begin sewing a straight stitch, leaving an opening at the top.

-Cut each of the corners, but be sure you don’t cut into the stitching.

-Turn right side out and iron, for a cleaner finish.

1.)5.) Filling with beans:

-Fill each bean bag with about ½ cup of pinto beans. My son liked to help me do this, but I must warn you, it gets very messy with a little one helping (at least with my 2 year old son)!

6.) Finishing your bag:

-To complete your bean bag, tuck in the opening and start sewing right over it to close it up. Continue around the entire bean bag.

You’re Done!!
These make a super fun, creative gift too! Stitch the letters of your nieces name instead of numbers. She’ll love it!

Thanks, Kel Kel, for the great tutorial.

ENJOY!

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    Great giveaway!!! Love the rag bag. I would love to have one of those. Saw an orange one on her Etsy page. LOVE IT!!!!!*I'm a follower*I like you on Facebook*I checked out her Etsy page! Super cute Stuff.Thanks for the chance to win.Erika SeeverErika.Seever@klrd.ks.gov

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    I would get a rag bag! I've been looking for a cute bag to take to Bible study on Wednesday to contain all of our stuff. This would be perfect!Thanks for the giveaway!!I did 1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entryTotal – 4 entries

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    Cute stuff!! I think I'll adjust this tutorial to make large "ice packs" – we have a few (filled with beans or dried corn) but can always use more, and they make great Christmas gifts – cute fabrics personalized for kids!Anyhoo, here're my entries:1 – Rag Bag! (followed closely by Christmas stockings)2 – I follow you3 – I like you on Facebook.yay!!

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    I would love that bag! I also really love the personalized Christmas stockings. I'd love to get those all for my family.Dezi AllensethdeziATgmailDOTcom1- 2 entries2- 1 entry3- 1 entry

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    I love the hot pink, lime green, and white rag bag!! I would use it as a diaper bag for my soon to come baby girl! ADORABLE! Thanks for the chance to win! Crossing my fingers! Jaquie Petroffjaquiepetroff@hotmail.com1- 2 entries2- 1 entry3- 1 entrytotal- 4 entries

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    I would love the rag bag tutorial!!! So cute.Kristin Hillazskinner@hotmail.comI did:1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entrytotal – 4 entries

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    Ranae Broadheadranaebroadhead@gmail.comI did:1 – i think i just love the rag bags 2 entries2 – already a follower :) 1 entry3 – already a fan :) 1 entry

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    I would get the rag bag and stockings. Does that mean I'm entered twice?

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    Thank you for the tutorial. Now I know a christmas present I am going to make. I would get a rag bag!! THey are cute. I did-1-2 entries, 2-1 entry, follow you already3-1 entry, follow on FBI hope I win. It would be fun!

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    Mckell Keeneymckell11@gmail.comI did:1: I checked out Frayed on etsy (I love the subtitle: Be Frayed! Be Very Frayed!)and I would get a custom Rag Bag. I like the black and white.2. I'm now a follower of Lil' Luna blog3. I already like you on Facebook= 4 entries

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    1) Such cute stuff. I love the crayon apron! 2 entries2) already follow – 1 entry3) already like on fb – 1 entryTotal: 4ludosti at gmail dot com

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    1-I would definitely buy the bean bags! I don't think I have enough sewing coordination to make them. :) 2-I follow!3-And I like you on FB!-Stefaniesupersporty_07@hotmail.comThanks!!

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    Carla GullLove the rag bags!1. 22. Follow the blog.3. Like on FaceBook. Total 4Thanks!

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    Christina Crandellcmcrandell@gmail.com–I would definitely get a personalized stocking for my girls-love them!2 entries–I follow Luna1 entry3 entires total-thanks!

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    What a fun tutorial! Love the Rag Bags! I would love to get some crayon aprons for my kids!!! So cute!Thanks for the giveaway!I did:1- 2 entries2- 1 entry3- 1 entryTotal- 4 entries!

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    What a neat blog! I love the Rag Bag it is darling. What a great giveawayI would definitely buy the rag bag. I've wanted something cute to take to church to carry all of our stuff in. I would also want to buy a superman cape for my little boy for Halloween. 1- 2 entry2-1 entry3-I don't have a FB account so I hope this still counts. I would follow if I did thoughTotal- 3 entries-Jennjennkburton@gmail.com

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    Wow! Your whole family is uber talented! :) I would love to get some stockings. Ours our lame!I am a followerI like you on FacebookI checked out Kellyn's shop.4 entries for me.Also you are announcing the winner on my bday (10/5). I think that means I am a shoe in! :)

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    How fun!! I went to her site and I would love the chocolate Mint Rag Bag! Sue Robertsstevensuesfamily@yahoo.com1.I checked out Frayed 22. I'm a follower! 13. I like you! 1Total 4!!!

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    DeaAnna Carpenterdeaannalikeshorses@hotmail.com1-The Bean bags (2 entry)2-I already am a follower (1 entry)3-I already "like" you on FB (1 entry)

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    Love that rag bag! It's SUPER cute! I'd love to get the tutorial for it! But winning one would be even better! I did 3 entries.Thanks!Teresa DeMilleteresataime@gmail.com

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    I love the personalized stockings!!!!1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entry4 entries totaltmaguire4atsympaticodotca

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    Taylor Kerbythenson40@hotmail.comI did:1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entryTotal entries: 4When I went to the website I fell in LOVE with the personalized Christmas Stockings!!!! Deffinately need those! I LOVE the ragbag!!! Hope I win!

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    I love this giveaway. I would totally buy a couple rag bags if I had the mula. 1- 2 point2- 1 point, totally a follower3- 1 point, fb toototal 4 pointsgilbergfamily@gmail.comThanks for the tutorial and giveaway. YAY.

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    Love the personalized Christmas stockings…can always add more to my stash of Christmas stuff :) Jennifer Maukjlrun@hotmail.comI did:1- 2 entries2-1 entry3-1 entry4 entries total!

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    I love love love the rag bag I bought last Christmas! I get compliments all the time. I would totally get more rag bags if I had all the money in the world :) FollowerFacebookEtsy page! Love it!Thanks KristynAmber Adamsambercrandell@hotmail.com

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    I did 1 2 entries2 1 entry3 1 entryI would have her make me Christmas Stockings!

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    I HEART the rag bag!!! To Cute for a church bag would even be nicer!!I did:1- 2 entrys2- 1 entry3- 1 entry Total 4 :)

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    I LOVE the Christmas stockings. We have cute, but cheap, ones from Wal-Mart or something.*I'm a follower*I like you on Facebook*Love her Etsy stuff!

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    I love the mint chocolate rag bag.I'm a follower!Total entries: 3Hannahrubiesandpearls@live.com

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    I love the rag bags!Susan Dodgegnsdodge@gmail.comI did:1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entryTotal entries: 4Thanks

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    Definitely the rag bag!! So darn cute! It would save me from trying to figure it out!!I did:1 – 2 entries2 – 1 entry3 – 1 entryTotal 4 entries!kladle@embarqmail.com

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    I would get the personalized stockings.1-22-13-1Total 4 points.ashley.gillett@hotmail.com

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    1. I think I would get the rag bag tutorial, so that I can make some for others as gifts.2. I like you on FB3. I'm a follower

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    I would definitely get a custom rag bag…so cute!!!!! Although the pattern would be great too!!!Thanks!!katylynnwarren@gmail.comI did:1-2 entries3-1 entry

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    I would get one of the rag bags. I think they are super cute!1- 22- 13- 14 entriesJillanne Ulepjillannekeeney@yahoo.com

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    I loved these and decided to make my own. I am going to add shaped onto the other side so my boy can practice his shapes and his numbers! So excited!

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