Esme Clemo
Esme is Future's resident craft expert, working across titles such as GoodTo, Woman&Home, Woman’s Weekly, Woman, Woman’s Own, Chat, Now, Pick Me Up and The Craft Network. has She's been working within the craft magazine industry for eight years, successfully turning her sewing hobby into a career. She's adept in a number of crafts, including sewing, papercraft, calligraphy, embroidery and printing.
There’s nothing she doesn’t know about DIY, weddings and interiors. Everything in her home and wardrobe has a DIY twist and she knows all the tools needed for getting the job done. Be it her trusty sewing machine to update clothing and cushions or her battered collection of power tools to strip her staircase or build raised beds in her garden. She sure has a hands-on approach when it comes to testing out products for our reviews.
Having just completed an interior design course with the University of Arts London, she’s now embarking on project managing and designing her own kitchen renovation, ready to share all her tips, tricks and best home buys with you.
Latest articles by Esme Clemo
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Here's how to make a chatterbox with our easy step by step guide
How to make a chatterbox is easy when you know how, all you need is paper and this tutorial
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How to make a Mother's Day card for Mother's Day 2021
Show your mum that you really care with this beautiful handmade flower card this Mother's Day, using materials you already have around the house.
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How to make bath bombs
Relax into a bath filled with lavender essential oils by adding a homemade bath bomb
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How to make laundry bags
Make these pretty appliqué laundry bags to organise your light and dark loads
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How to make a shell tray
Turn a favourite collection of shells into a seaside-themed serving tray with this clever resin technique
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Create your own outdoor jar candles
Keep mosquitoes at bay and give your outdoor space an ambient light with these pretty citronella outdoor jar candles.
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How to draw a crab
Learning how to draw crabs is so easy when you know how
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How to make a rainbow sun catcher
Display this rainbow sun catcher in your window and reflect beams of light for all your neighbours to see.
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How to make terracotta jewellery
Learning how to make jewellery with terracotta air dry clay is so easy to do at home
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Potato print tea towels
Keep the kids busy during the holidays by making these fun tea towels
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How to sew your own cross stitch flower cushion
You can make this cross stitch flower cushion in your favourite colours, replicating the style of spring blooms. It's a great addition to any room!
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How to make a personalised quick sew Christmas stocking
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How to make a Father’s Day bookmark
Little ones will love to make this bookmark for their dad this Father’s Day
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How to make Easter baskets: Easy DIY Easter basket idea
Get the kids to have a crack at making this cute Easter egg basket, and then have fun filling it with lots of mini chocolate eggs!
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How to sew your own Union Jack cushion
Use up your old jeans to create this upcycled Union Jack cushion in stylish shades of bleached blue, indigo and navy.
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How to stitch your own placemats
Looking to spice up your dining room or side table? Here's how to stitch your own placemats and add a creative flair to any space.
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How to draw an elephant
Drawing an elephant is made easy for kids with just a couple of simple shapes
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How to make a fabric purse
Perfect for your cards or coins, these purses are easy to spot in your shopping bag
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How to make a piping bag
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How to make a paper gun that shoots - a step-by-step guide
Much prettier than plastic and more fun to make, too!
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How to make a terrazzo candle holder
Update an old candle holder with this simple patterned terrazzo effect
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How to make wooden Christmas decorations
Make your own wooden decorations this Christmas with foraged twigs from your garden
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How to make a teacup bird feeder
Turn a chipped teacup into a stylish bird feeder for your feathered friends
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How to make a set of upcycled tile planters
Learn how to make a set of upcycled tile planters with pretty patterned tiles, repurposed for this simple garden project.
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