<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[YarnWhirled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pat Olski's wonderful knitting, crocheting, embroidery, yarn crafts,  and Dorset Buttons!]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 02:21:52 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.yarnwhirled.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Printemps Biscornu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Printemps Biscornu  is bursting with embroidered spring flowers and is topped with a pretty Dorset button. I am so excited to show you my newest project, The Printemps Biscornu ! For years I have been fascinated by these fabric treasures— I love the dimensionality of the 3D shape. I really enjoyed making this, and I love the way it graces my desk! I kept putting the idea of creating one on a back burner, but I am so happy that I got the chance to make one recently and I was so delighted...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/the-printemps-biscornu</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69081281bb9a5281a8aed67c</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:13:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_8ccf63cd2767498c900e7093776e149e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Here!! ]]></title><description><![CDATA[I am so excited that my new book  Crafting Thread Shawl Pins  is now available on Amazon! If you are unfamiliar with Dorset buttons, they are thread wrapped rings which were a mainstay of the British economy for hundreds of years.  The shawl pins in the book are based upon Dorset Buttons, and are easy to create, and beautiful additions to your wardrobe.  Imagine the possibilities--  a new shawl pin for each shawl that you knit, weave, crochet or purchase! The Lavender Shawl  pin (pictured...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/it-s-here</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6221005bbdc108fe65464839</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Mar 2022 18:08:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_b22c08e287c9474e8c5321f9833dd804~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[THE DREADED  LACE WEIGHT YARN BALL COLLAPSE]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unwound Some things never change... A ball winder and umbrella swift have been high on my wish list for many years.  Is there anything...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/the-dreaded-lace-weight-yarn-ball-collapse</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6102ee3b7685a00016778953</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2021 21:30:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_69720c2a5b314c77a04f9dc0fdda8c72~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vacation Knitting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plan B I always have a relaxing project ready for the times when I am in between designing or gift making, or for when I am  unable to...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/vacation-knitting</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60f8b8721b95590015adf1cc</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2021 02:25:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_f2d727e857fb494ab3cf7c0bb880a5f5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Cliff Walk Carry Strap Class]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE CLIFF WALK CARRY STRAP EGA CLASS ​Whenever I design, I always try to come up with an idea for something, that I would like to own.  I...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/the-cliff-walk-carry-strap-class</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60ef5b2a46b9f60015a8ea13</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 23:22:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_d363bbb3979c425d92c46f680b98a740~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dorset Button "Inspirations"]]></title><description><![CDATA[I love making Dorset buttons, and I love embroidery!  Combining the two was a natural fit for me, and making needlework accessories was...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/dorset-button-inspirations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60e539feaafaee00156557ac</guid><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2021 06:09:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_ef2a25ccf34a4e5db0da3402d34bfefb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Book Giveaway today!!]]></title><description><![CDATA[June 22, 2021 I  am so excited because Heather and Jessica, the wonderful, brilliant, and witty owners of the internet's longest running...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/book-giveaway-today</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60d1766f99cfb70015e48f5f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2021 06:05:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_1bff2d14e26b47b69c8f5f68c65ed726~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_615,h_789,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My New Book—Crafting Thread Jewelry]]></title><description><![CDATA[June 1, 2021 I am so excited that my book Crafting  Thread Jewelry: The Beginner's Essential Guide to Creating Gorgeous  Thread Wrapped...]]></description><link>https://www.yarnwhirled.com/post/my-new-book-crafting-thread-jewelry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60b5b44c24966e00157c318b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2021 05:43:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/014082_1bff2d14e26b47b69c8f5f68c65ed726~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_615,h_789,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Pat</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>