
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 embroider your own tote bag
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How to make carpet freshener at home: Easy, natural carpet deodorizer
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How to turn a paper plate into a rainbow
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Fancy dress outfits: Make your own cat and ladybird costumes
Make your own fancy dress outfits! This cat costume and ladybird outfit are easy to make, and will keep children entertained for hours.
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How to sew your own sewing machine cover
Tired of boring designs covering your sewing machine? Check out our handy guide on how to get creative and sew your own sewing machine cover.
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How to draw a butterfly
Use these simple techniques to help kids to draw butterflies
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How to make rainbow decorations
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How to make Christmas candle displays and holders
Craft editor Esme Cleo explains how to make these stunning Christmas candle displays and holders
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How to make an oven glove
Use up your stash of fabric scraps for this patchwork project
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How to make a Father’s Day badge
Let dad know he’s number one by awarding him this handmade rosette
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How to make your own Christmas sack
Stash your little one’s presents in this handmade Christmas sack fit for Santa himself. Craft expert Esme Clemo shows you how.
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How to make a handprint Christmas tree card
Have a crafty afternoon with the kids making this fun and cheap handprint Christmas tree card, all you need is some green paper, sequins and glue!
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How to make a set of star cushions
Star-gazers will love to making a set of these celestial themed cushions
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How to make toilet roll Christmas decorations
Turn your unwanted toilet roll tubes into these colourful Christmas decorations - it's a great way to combat waste whilst decorating your home
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How to make Christmas patchwork decorations
Sew up a set of stylish patchwork decorations for your tree this Christmas
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How to make a kids apron
This easy-sew apron will become an essential when cooking in the kitchen with the kids
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How to paint your own bathroom baskets
Transform tired storage baskets or revamp a classic trio of wicker ones with these great ideas on how to creatively paint your own bathroom baskets.
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How to draw a dog
Drawing dogs and other animals is easy with our step-by-step picture guide
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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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