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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Silver 197 sewing machine review
For an all-rounder sewing machine, it doesn’t get much better than the Silver 197
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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
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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.
By Esme Clemo • Published
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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?
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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?
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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
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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
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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.
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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