How to Make a Tailgate Tic Tac Toe Table

Entertain your tailgate guests with this quick and easy tic tac toe table that is fun for the whole family!

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This easy to create Tic Tac Toe table will keep everyone busy until the game begins. Kids and adults alike will enjoy playing this oversized, crafty version of the classic game.

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Rennai Hoefer

Materials

  • 4 Wood Sticks— 24" x 1/2" x 3/16"
  • 21.5" square table
  • Glue gun and hot glue
  • Ruler
  • Marker
  • 5.5" wood Xs
  • 5.5" wood Os

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer

Rennai Hoefer

Measure and Mark

Measure each stick into thirds (8") and use the marker to mark each measurement.

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer

Rennai Hoefer

Assemble

Use the hot glue gun to attach the sticks to each other at the marks in order to create a grid. Place the grid on a table to play, and remove when it's not in use. Use the wood Xs and Os to play the game!

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer

Rennai Hoefer

Photo by: Rennai Hoefer

Rennai Hoefer

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