***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries – see the winner below!***
Random.org sifted through more than 6,000 entries and selected our winner: Stephanie (who hoped to share a few hundred laughs with Zach Galifianakis). Congratulations to the winner!
The phrase “cut it out” may have been made famous by a certain TV uncle, but the command takes on a whole new life with the Silhouette CAMEO digital cutter. If you enjoy crafting, scrapbooking, paper art, or personalized home decor, this machine turns digital designs into precise, professional-looking cut pieces for a wide variety of materials. Whether you want to create custom stickers, detailed paper silhouettes, heat-transfer fabric designs, or layered paper art, the CAMEO brings computer-designed patterns into the physical world with surprising ease.
- PRIZE: A Silhouette CAMEO digital cutter (retail value $299) plus a $40 starter kit to get you crafting right away.
- HOW TO ENTER: Leave a comment on this post containing the words “CAMEO ME” and answer the bonus question below.
- BONUS QUESTION: Which famous person would you like to have make a cameo in your life? Picture a chance meeting with a movie star in the grocery aisle, a friendly compliment from a public figure as they pass on the street, or an unexpected serenade from a favorite band. Tell us who and why.
- CLOSING DATE: The giveaway closed on Wednesday, October 26 at 8:00 PM EST (or when 10,000 entries were received).
- NUMBER OF WINNERS: One fortunate entrant was chosen.
- ELIGIBILITY: Open to residents of the 50 United States.
- DISCOUNT OFFER: Use the code YOUNGHOUSE if you purchase a CAMEO and receive the starter kit free (a $40 value).
- OTHER DETAILS: One entry per email address. The winner was selected randomly using random.org and announced as an update to this post. We always encourage fairness and transparency in our giveaways.
The Silhouette CAMEO is an upgraded model that offers a larger cutting area and quieter operation than earlier editions. Users design or import artwork on their computer, then send the file to the machine, which precisely cuts the design out of paper, cardstock, vinyl, fabric, and other compatible materials. This versatility makes the CAMEO a popular choice for DIYers who want to produce everything from custom party decorations and greeting cards to personalized apparel and home accents.
There are many online galleries and community boards filled with project ideas and templates for inspiration; crafters regularly share tutorials, templates, and finished projects to help beginners get started quickly. If you’re curious about what’s possible, browsing community project galleries can spark ideas for your first projects, such as custom stationery, vinyl decals, layered paper art, and iron-on designs for tote bags and t-shirts.
We hosted this giveaway to thank our readers for their continued support. We were not paid or otherwise compensated by a third party to run this promotion. Photos were provided by Silhouette America and by creators who have shared their work online. We encourage responsible use of any tools and materials, following manufacturers’ instructions and safety guidelines when operating cutting equipment.
If you entered, thanks for taking part—your enthusiasm for making and creating keeps this community lively. To everyone who didn’t win this time, there will be more chances to participate in future giveaways and features. Keep crafting, keep experimenting, and keep sharing your ideas.
Note: This giveaway was run purely as a thank-you to readers. See our Giveaway FAQ for more details. Image and project credits: Silhouette America and contributors from the crafting community.