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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How to make bunny ears: DIY bunny headband for Easter
Get 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 patchwork quilt
It's easy to make a fabulous patchwork quilt with this simple method of machine-stitching squares together. Just follow our step-by-step instructions
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How to make edible slime
Mix 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 a face mask without sewing
Can’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 cushion
Craft expert Esme Cleo shows you how to create this grey-and-white Christmas wreath cushion
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How to make a tote bag
Making a handy tote is great idea for your next shopping spree – it’s also a great way of using up your favourite leftover fabric remnants.
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How to make the three kings from toilet roll
Create your very own homemade nativity, including these festive three kings from leftover toilet rolls
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How to make a rainbow wand
Make your little ones' wishes come true with this craft to make their own magical rainbow wands. Just add a sprinkle of glitter to get the magic working.
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How to make stamped Christmas wrapping paper
All you need is a potato, a cookie cutter and some paint to create your own unique Christmas wrapping paper
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Have a go at patchwork
Sew this handy pincushion following our step-by-step guide to this English paper piecing technique
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How to make an Easter bonnet
The kids will love making their own Easter bonnet, here's how...
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How to make an embroidered clutch bag
Delicately embroidered and beaded, this stylish blue evening bag can be made in any colour to match a special outfit
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How to make your own cat draught excluder
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How to make cork organisers
Create these colourful cork organisers to bring some order to your home
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How to make a pyrography board
Try pyrography, a wood-burning technique, that can transform a plain wooden accessory into something stylish
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How to make copper candles
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How to make a set of fabric storage baskets
If you're looking to give your storage a bit of a facelift, why not try this super simple idea? Here's how to make a set of fabric storage baskets.
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How to upcycle a bedside table
This simple decoupage technique is a great way to learn how to upcycle a bedside table
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How to make a floral Christmas wreath
Give guests a festive greeting with a fresh flower Christmas wreath hung on your front door
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Sew your own toy rabbit
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Video: How to make a face mask from a sock
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How to make mosaic planters
Bring your kitchen windowsill to life by lining up fresh herbs in these attractive mosaic planters
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How to sew your own glasses case
Protect your specs or style up your sunnies with these colourful cases to make yourself
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How to sew a llama toy
Stitch this lovable fluffy llama friend with the brightest of accessories
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