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Stuffing for Bean Bags

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Date: 11/09/2001 Topic: Readers Request > Crafts  
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I would like to make some beanbags for my grandchildren. Real beans did not work well with their parents (they got wet!). What is available now for "stuffing" and where can I buy it?
- Annie
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By susan (Guest Post)
If you use rice or beans, put them into a plastic bag first. It would have to be the cheap sandwich bag without the ziplock feature. Close it with a tight yarn wrap, not a rubberband (they deteriorate). Or seal it with a proper adhesive.

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By Sam (Guest Post)
Wouldn't aquarium gravel be sharp?

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By the_mouse_2b (6) Contact
Try using long grain rice to fill bean bags. Rice gives it enough weight to through but not too much weight that even a young child can use it. Also if the seam does happen to break open and the child playing with them still had the habit of putting things in their mouth the risk of chocking on the rice is very slim. It is an inexpencive substitute to beans. Rice can be washed in the washing machine just remember to wash in cold water and let air dry.

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By kaji1 (2) Contact
Try using aquarium gravel. It's clean and won't be affected by water.

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I use sand to stuff mine with. Make sure your stitches are as small as possible.
- Mary

Posted on 11/27/2001 | Report Spam or Abuse

I've heard of breaking up styrofoam peanuts but also crushed nut shells work well. At least they will not sprout if they get wet.
- Susan

Posted on 11/27/2001 | Report Spam or Abuse

We just refilled our kids' bean bag chairs with left over Styrofoam packing peanuts. They seem to be working well.
- Michelle

Posted on 11/15/2001 | Report Spam or Abuse

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