Esme Clemo
Our in-house craft expert, Esme Clemo, has been working within the craft magazine industry for eight years, having turned a sewing hobby into her career. She’s written for Womanandhome.com, GoodtoKnow, woman&home, Woman’s Weekly, Woman, Woman’s Own, Chat, Now, Pick Me Up, The Craft Network and Wealden Times magazines and 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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The best sewing machines for every budget—including top models from Brother, Pfaff, and Singer
Find the best sewing machine to suit your sewing skill level with our guide, tested by our craft and sewing expert
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Best jewelry making kits for crafting intricate, one-of-a-kind pieces for yourself or as a special gift
One for the budding crafters, the best jewelry making kits will keep your hands and brain busy
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The best DIY Christmas wreath making kits to try at home in 2022
Creating a DIY Christmas wreath is both a fun festive activity and a great way to get involved in making some festive decor for your home
By Esme Clemo Published
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How to make Christmas stockings: A step-by-step guide
Learn how to make Christmas stockings with our easy-to-follow instructions
By Esme Clemo Published
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The scents of nature
Evoke your senses with the exquisite colours in Dulux Heritage’s paint collection
By Esme Clemo Published
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The touch of luxury
Evoke your senses with a rich colour palette of velvety paints from Dulux Heritage
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How to print a photo on fabric to make special and thoughtful personalized gifts
Try something new with our guide on how to print a photo on fabric for stunning results
By Esme Clemo Published
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How to make a cushion cover in less than 30 minutes
Learn how to make a cushion cover in just 4 simple steps
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Brother Innov-is A60 Special Edition sewing machine review
In our Brother Innov-is A60 Special Edition sewing machine review, we discover a machine that truly ticks all the boxes
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How to make an envelope cushion cover
Learning how to make an envelope cushion cover is a great project for a beginner sewer
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How to sew a zip on a cushion cover
Learn how to sew a zip on a cushion cover the easy way with our video tutorial
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How to make piping for a cushion
Wondering how to make piping for a cushion? We show you how to cover piping cord with a strip of bias-cut fabric
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How to make a lavender pillow
Want to know how to make a lavender pillow? We show you how with this quick craft project to make your clothes and linen smell heavenly
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How to make an Oxford pillowcase cover
Learn how to make an oxford pillowcase cover, with gorgeous decorative edging
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How to do paper sewing
Can you sew paper? We show you how to do paper sewing for fun craft projects
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20 easy sewing projects you can make on a sewing machine in less than 30 minutes
These quick and easy sewing projects can all be completed within 30 minutes, so you can get your craft fix without it taking all day
By Esme Clemo Published
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Everything you need in your jewellery starter kit
Our ultimate guide to creating your own jewellery starter kit will set you off on the right track.
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Pfaff vs Bernina sewing machines: which will give your sewing a professional finish?
Bernina 435 vs PFAFF Creative 1.5: both among the best sewing machines going, but which gives your sewing a professional finish?
By Esme Clemo Published
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Singer vs Brother sewing machines: which of these mechanical must-haves is the best sewing machine for you?
Singer Talent 3321 vs Brother LX25: which of these mechanical must-haves is the best sewing machine for you?
By Esme Clemo Published
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5 good sewing machines according to professional sewers
Want to buy a sewing machine but don’t know where to start? Sewing experts share their go-to models and wish-list brands to help you decide
By Esme Clemo Published
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5 best industrial sewing machine brands with topnotch reputations
With one of these industrial sewing machine brands, you’re guaranteed to get to the next level of your sewing journey
By Esme Clemo Published
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How to thread a sewing machine without any hassle
Learning how to thread a sewing machine might seem a little tricky at first, but once you’ve mastered the basics, you’ll be ready to start stitching in no time.
By Esme Clemo Published
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How to find a bargain sewing machine on eBay
Save some money and find a bargain sewing machine on eBay
By Esme Clemo Published
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Silver 197 sewing machine review
For an all-rounder sewing machine, it doesn’t get much better than the Silver 197
By Esme Clemo Published