Our “What’s in the Bag” game will certainly challenge all ages as they identify objects using their sense of touch. What’s more, the guessing game can be switched up for various holidays and themes to keep everyone on their toes. Or maybe fingertips – ha!
Irene Bronner’s Vintage Touch Game
Just recently, Maria Bronner Sutorik, daughter of Irene Bronner, shared with us her late mother’s vintage touch game/guessing game. The delightful, homemade game, notwithstanding, is stored in a vintage Auditions 7 1/2 M black foray shoebox. No doubt, the game begs to be taken out and played again and again.
Since Irene loved spending time with family and friends, we’re not surprised that she would create her own version of this game. Indeed, it’s a fun way to challenge your mind and senses, no matter your age!
To begin with, Irene stitched a variety of items inside strips of blue-and-white-striped fabric trimmed with pinking shears. Then she numbered each pouch with a black ink pen. No doubt, the game traveled here and there, wherever people gathered to celebrate – showers, parties, etc.
At this point, what’s in the bag, you ask. All in all, her game key lists:
- To begin with, a clothespin
- flash cube
- whistle
- brush roller
- bottle cap
- thimble
- poker chip
- ring
- garter
- scissors
- macaroni
- hook
- beans
- eraser
- plastic egg
- chore girl (pot scrubber)
- piece of chain
- toothbrush
- washer
- emery board
- hazelnuts
- nuts
- sinker
- bobbin
- cloves
- rubber band
- bolts
- button
- thread spool
- pecan nuts
- bobby pin
- paper fastener
- hair clip
- walnut
- and finally, a paper clip
Make Your Own “What’s in the Bag” Game
Since we’ll reuse our game bags for a variety of holidays and themes, we chose gold, 5-inch by 7-inch drawstring bags. For now, we’ll share two ways you can identify your bags. First, you can simply make numbered, 1-inch cardstock tags and tie one to each bag. Simply click the link above to access and print our bag tags on cardstock. Then cut them out, hole-punch and number them. Or, of course, you can use a smart cutting machine to make your tags. Now you’re ready to string your tags onto the bags.
Secondly, you can choose miniature resin ornaments for a Christmas theme. Bronner’s offers two festive sets online. The first is a Set of 12 Miniature Assorted Christmas Shapes Resin Ornaments. The second features a Set of 12 Miniature Red and Green Resin Christmas Ornaments. Similarly, you could tag bags with your favorite licensed characters. Choose from a Harry Potter Set of 6 Hallmark Mini Ornaments or Mickey and Friends Set of 6 Mini Ornaments.
Now make sure your key is complete and you’re ready to play! To that end, here’s a printable key for our Sweet Tooth themed “What’s in the Bag” game.
“What’s in the Bag” Sweet Tooth Edition & Game Key
By all means, sweets are popular all year round and especially at Christmas. Therefore we’re bringing you a “Sweet Tooth” edition of the game
Furthermore, you can use any number of bags/items that you wish. This will depend, of course, on the age and attention span of those playing, the amount of time you have, etc.
Games, Games and More Games!
In conclusion, you’ll find a wealth of fun, family-friendly games at Bronner’s blog. While some challenge your brain, others are simply crazy larks. Take, for instance, our Cotton Ball Challenge and Christmas Pickle games. Dizzying fun, no doubt!
