Emmerdale's weirdest spin-offs - hit music careers, knitting patterns and cookbooks

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Emmerdale was first broadcast on October 16 1972, and in its 49 year history, has not only brought us dramatic storylines, but some weird and wonderful spin-offs.Lots of soaps and television programmes have released merchandise throughout the years, from puzzles of Coronation Street to a board game of the BBC Sitcom Bread.However, if you wanted an item of clothing inspired by Emmerdale Farm, or wanted to dance along to the voices of your favourite characters, the show released spin offs that had everything an Emmerdale fan could want.We take a look back at some of the soap's spin off-items - from line dancing albums to Woolpack inspired cook books.Back in the early 90s when a line dancing craze swept the nation, Emmerdale decided to join in.