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Essex, East of England

Silhouette Cutters for Hire in Chelmsford

Silhouette artists who cut a guest's profile freehand from paper in a couple of minutes, a vintage keepsake to take home. Available for Chelmsford, 30 miles north-east of central London, and every postcode in Essex.

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Silhouette Cutters in Chelmsford at a glance

Booking silhouette cutters in Chelmsford

WowActs books silhouette cutters in Chelmsford, Essex, 30 miles north-east of central London, covering the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts. There are 3 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Braxted Park for up to 350 guests.

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County
Essex
Postcodes
CM1, CM2, CM3, CM98
Location
30 miles north-east of central London
Venues on our list nearby
3
Largest nearby venue
Braxted Park, up to 350 guests

Chelmsford venues and silhouette cutters

Within reach of Chelmsford there are 3 estates, 1 country house and 1 event venue on our list. Tell us which one you've booked and we'll suggest how silhouette cutters fit the room.

Bookings from Billericay, Great Dunmow and Maldon and the rest of Essex are just as easy. Travel for silhouette cutters is included in your quote, so the price you see is the price you pay.

One thing we always check for events in Chelmsford: set up in good light. A bright, even light on the guest's profile makes for a crisp silhouette.

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Free, no-obligation quotes. Most enquiries take about a minute.

How it works

Booking is easy

  1. 1

    Tell us about your event

    Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.

  2. 2

    Get your line-up and quote

    We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.

  3. 3

    We bring the wow

    We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.

The guide

Booking silhouette cutters in Chelmsford: the complete guide

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Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists

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The short answer

WowActs books silhouette cutters in Chelmsford, Essex, 30 miles north-east of central London, covering the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts. There are 3 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Braxted Park for up to 350 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.

  • Hand-picked

    professional performers only

  • Fully themed

    costumes styled to your event

  • Essex

    every postcode covered

  • Corporate ready

    briefed to your run of show

  • Single act or package

    mix and match freely

  • One clear quote

    usually the same day

What is a silhouette cutter?

A silhouette cutter is an artist who cuts a guest's profile freehand from black paper using only scissors and a sharp eye, usually in a couple of minutes. The finished silhouette is mounted on card for the guest to take home.

It is an old craft with a vintage charm that suits weddings, Gatsby and Parisian nights and elegant corporate events. Because each cut is quick, an artist can see a steady stream of guests, and watching it happen is part of the entertainment.

Where it works best

  • Weddings

    A keepsake favour for every guest.

  • Parisian themes

    Old-world charm for a French night.

  • Christmas parties

    A personal take-home from the night.

  • Brand events

    Silhouettes mounted on branded card.

  • Corporate receptions

    A personal gift guests actually keep.

  • Gatsby nights

    A vintage art form for a 1920s party.

Tips from our team

  1. 1

    Set up in good light

    A bright, even light on the guest's profile makes for a crisp silhouette.

  2. 2

    Brand the mounts

    Silhouettes can be mounted on cards with your names, date or logo.

  3. 3

    Manage the queue

    Place the artist where a queue will not block a walkway or the bar.

Frequently asked questions

How big are the event venues around Chelmsford?

The venues on our list near Chelmsford hold up to 350 guests, with Braxted Park the largest. For bigger events, organisers often look further across Essex. We cover them all.

Do venues around Chelmsford have rules for performers?

Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.

How much do silhouette cutters cost in Chelmsford?

There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Chelmsford is 30 miles north-east of central London. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.

Which postcodes around Chelmsford do you cover?

All of CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98, including South Woodham Ferrers, Danbury, Hatfield Peverel, Maldon, Writtle and Broomfield, plus the rest of Essex and nearby Billericay, Great Dunmow, Maldon and Brentwood.

How long does each silhouette take?

Usually a couple of minutes per guest, so an artist can see a good number of guests in a session.

Can the silhouettes be personalised?

Yes. Cards can be printed with your names, date, event title or logo.

Can couples or children be cut together?

Often, yes. Ask the artist on the day, as group silhouettes take a little longer.

How far ahead should we book?

As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.

Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?

Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.

Do you work with our venue and event team?

Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.

Still have questions?

Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.

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Local to Chelmsford

Silhouette Cutters across Chelmsford and nearby

Postcodes we cover

  • CM1
  • CM2
  • CM3
  • CM98

We book silhouette cutters in Chelmsford and every address in the CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM98 postcode districts, including South Woodham Ferrers, Danbury, Hatfield Peverel, Maldon, Writtle, Broomfield and Galleywood. We also travel across Essex and the rest of East of England.

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Venues near Chelmsford

5 venues on our list are in or near Chelmsford, mostly estates, country houses and event venues. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.

Get a quote for silhouette cutters in Chelmsford

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