Updated: August 12, 2010

There's a new craze sweeping the nation, and world! If you don't know about it, you probably don't have this season's must-have accessory -- Winter Olympic collector pins. Hundreds of pins are created to celebrate and honor the events of each set of Olympic games. For the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, you can find mascots like Quatchi carrying the Olympic torch or sports-specific pins that support your favorite athletes.

Even if you don't have a ticket for the closing ceremonies in Vancouver, tons of pins are available on the official Winter Games website. For between $8 and $10 you too can pick out your fave from amongst the shiny and colorful designs and join in on this tradition celebrated by Olympic enthusiasts across the globe. Plus, you'll be all set to trade at the 2014 games in Russia!

To find out more about pin collecting and to see some of the coolest from the 2010 Winter Games, check out the gallery below.