The Knitter

Focus on… ETHEL & EM

FOR THE knitters of Lancaster and beyond, the yarn store Ethel & Em is a must-visit destination for beautiful yarns, inspirational books, essential tools, and a community of like-minded crafters. It’s run by Melanie McKay and her friendly team, whose business is going from strength to strength. We chatted with Melanie about the story of Ethel & Em.

How did you come to run a yarn store? “Goodness knows how happened. Despite learning to knit as a child in New York City, I was never more than a knitter of rectangles

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