Want your birthday party to be truly memorable?
Whether it’s your child’s fifth birthday, a sweet sixteen or a milestone birthday like a 50th, there’s all kinds of ways to make it unforgettable. One of these is including a life-size cardboard cutout, which is guaranteed to make everyone smile!
At The Cardboard Cutout Company, we’ve seen how the right cutout can transform an ordinary party into something unforgettable. Here’s why life-size cardboard cutouts should be top of your party planning list.
Instantly ‘Wow’ Your Guests
From the moment they arrive, they will be greeted by a full-size cutout of the birthday boy or girl, or their favourite celebrity. This can set the tone for the fun times ahead. Visually striking, our cardboard cut-outs are often used as a centrepiece at a venue. They’re not only fun or moving, they’re also an affordable feature.
Imagine a Taylor Swift-obsessed ten year old seeing a life-size version of their favourite pop star standing in the corner. That excitement is priceless — even if it’s just cardboard!
Customsable to Any Theme
The beauty of our cardboard cutouts is that they can be tailored to fit any theme. Whether you’re hosting a Harry Potter-themed party, a vintage ’80s night, or a jDisney party for toddlers, a life-size cutout can anchor the theme.
You can feature iconic characters, props, or even a dressed-up version of the birthday person.
At TheCardboard Cutout Company, we offer custom prints, so you can turn any photo into a cutout. Fancy a cowboy version of yourself? Sorted. Want to recreate a scene from your favourite film? Easy.
Pure Instagram Gold
Life-size cutouts are a magnet for photos. Guests naturally gravitate toward them for fun, silly, and memorable snaps. Whether it’s kids pretending to battle dinosaurs or adults posing next to a “celebrity guest,” cutouts add instant entertainment to the photo corner.
Parties today live beyond the venue thanks to social media. A custom cutout is a unique backdrop that boosts your event’s shareability.
Personal Touch Without the Cost
Balloons, cakes, entertainment — it all adds up quickly. But a life-size cardboard cutout gives you a big visual impact without a big spend. Prices are reasonable, and the effect is high-impact. For the cost of a dinner out, you can make a personalised decoration that guests will remember — and likely talk about — long after the candles have been blown out.
Plus, it shows that you’ve gone the extra mile. Personalised details matter, and this one goes a long way.
Keepsake After the Event
Most party decorations are never seen again after the big day. Not our cardboard cutouts! People often take them home, display them in bedrooms, offices or game rooms. Some even bring them out again for other events.
A life-size cutout of a child on their first birthday? That’s something parents might treasure for years. A silly cutout of the groom for his stag-do? It might resurface on the wedding day or at the next lads’ trip. It’s fun on the day and a great souvenir afterwards.
Fun for All Ages
Cutouts aren’t just for standing in the corner — they can be part of the action. Use them for party games (like “pin the badge on the birthday hero”), themed scavenger hunts, or quiz rounds.
They also work well for parties with a range of ages. Kids love them for the novelty, and adults appreciate the humour. Whether it’s Grandma taking a selfie with Elvis or a group of mates laughing over a cutout of their friend in fancy dress, it brings people together.
Perfect for Surprise Parties
Planning a surprise party? A cardboard cutout of the guest of honour can still be there before they arrive. Better yet, you can place it at the entrance to “greet” guests as they arrive. Some even use cutouts of the birthday person at different ages to take guests on a fun visual journey through time.
Cutouts also let you include people who can’t be there in person. Got a sibling overseas? A cardboard version of them can still be part of the group photos. It’s a creative workaround that adds a touch of humour and heart.
Easy to Set Up and Transport
One of the best things about cardboard cutouts is how practical they are. They’re lightweight, easy to set up, and just as easy to move around. No tools, no mess — just unfold, stand up, and you’re done.
Hosting your party in a venue with time limits? You can set them up in minutes. Moving between spaces? They travel easily. This is décor that won’t stress you out.
If you’re planning a birthday party, don’t overlook this standout decoration. It might just steal the show.
For more about our life-sized cardboard cutouts, simply contact our team today.