Cork n' Beans Game (AKA Mousie Mousie)

As a kid we had a game called "Mousie Mousie" (Spear's Games). It had small playing pieces and like any game with small playing pieces they got lost or broken over time, and thus "Cork 'N Beans" was born out of necessity. Cork 'N Beans is easily assembled out of inexpensive household objects that can be replaced if lost or damaged. This is a great game to take on camp outs as the only thing special you would need to take along would be the die. Equally entertaining for kids and grownups.

Step 1 Gather Equipment

Things you'll need:

1 Pot Lid (Lids with rounded edges are great so they don't damage skin, table tops or clothing.)
Several Wine Corks (If you're not a wine drinker you can get these at any restaurant that serves wine.)
Kite String - 24" lengths (I used parachute cord which has 7 strands of nylon string inside the main sheath)
1 Die
1 Round Trivet (Smaller than pot lid)
Bag of Dry Uncooked Beans (or elbow macaroni, or virtually anything that can be used as "currency" in the game. Poker chips are fine too)
1 Towel (Sound Dampener)

Comments

[Geli12]

nice! I have a similiar here what is a little bit smaller: http://www.instructables.com/id/Last-minute-gift-idea-Mouse-game/

[sunshiine]

Nice ible! I will vote.

[CatTrampoline]

I am unfamiliar with the game "Mousie-Mousie", but it looks like a winner! This version could be made out of household items during a prolonged power outage as well as being great for camp (or summer backyard) entertainment. What I really like is that it appeals to a wide age range. There is some skill involved but it is simple enough that a 5 yr old can play along with older siblings or adults.
I am going to make a version for my mom to play with her young grandkids, nieces, & nephews.

[CementTruck]

This game is a family favorite and is always mentioned when reminiscing about years past . Even nephews, nieces and grandkids that have "passed their prime" (early 20s) shriek with delight and prance around when I bring out the corks and string.