The 2010 Winter Olympic games are almost here. Watching the competition and cheering for the athletes is always a fun family activity. Get the kids even more involved with an Olympics-related craft project. They will love carrying their own ceremonial torch, awarding each other gold medals, and waving Olympic ring flags.

If you enjoy knitting, you are in good company. In addition to being a world class athlete, US Olympic skier Hannah Kearney is also an experienced knitter. In this interview, she sites the calming effect of the hobby. There are many Olympic themed knitting patterns available online, including these festive Olympic Red Mittens and this patriotic USA Hat.

If crochet is more your speed, then give this free pattern for the Olympic Rings Beanie a try. Or, snuggle up with this All American Afghan. 

Scrapbookers can get in on the Olympic action too, by incorporating the iconic Olympic Rings symbol or the color scheme (white, blue, yellow, black, green, and red) into their layouts. You could even turn that photo of your child ice skating into an Olympic-themed layout with a title like, "Go For The Gold." So many possibilities!