
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 guideHow 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 2021Show 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 bombsRelax into a bath filled with lavender essential oils by adding a homemade bath bomb
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How to make edible slimeMix up a batch of this delicious edible slime that’s fun to play with and a treat to eat
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How to make bunny ears: DIY bunny headband for EasterGet crafting in time for the Easter weekend with this cute pair of bunny ears, made with a hairband, some felt and fabric scraps
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How to make a rainbow sun catcherDisplay 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 a terrazzo candle holderUpdate an old candle holder with this simple patterned terrazzo effect
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How to make a piping bagBy Esme Clemo Published
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How to make a set of upcycled tile plantersLearn how to make a set of upcycled tile planters with pretty patterned tiles, repurposed for this simple garden project.
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How to make a Father’s Day cardFather's Day is almost here! Little ones will love making this shirt card to give to their dad on the special day. Here's how to make a Father's Day card...
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How to make a fabric pursePerfect for your cards or coins, these purses are easy to spot in your shopping bag
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How to make a paper gun that shoots - a step-by-step guideMuch prettier than plastic and more fun to make, too!
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How to make wooden Christmas decorationsMake your own wooden decorations this Christmas with foraged twigs from your garden
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How to make a face mask without sewingCan’t get hold of a facemask? Make your own with just a bandana and a pair of hair ties with this simple no-sew solution.
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How to make a Christmas wreath cushionCraft expert Esme Cleo shows you how to create this grey-and-white Christmas wreath cushion
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How to sew your own Union Jack cushionUse 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 make a shell trayTurn a favourite collection of shells into a seaside-themed serving tray with this clever resin technique
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How to make laundry bagsMake these pretty appliqué laundry bags to organise your light and dark loads
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How to draw a crabLearning how to draw crabs is so easy when you know how
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How to make a Father’s Day bookmarkLittle 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 ideaGet 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 make a personalised quick sew Christmas stockingBy Esme Clemo Published
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How to stitch your own placematsLooking 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 elephantDrawing an elephant is made easy for kids with just a couple of simple shapes
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