Lots of time indoors to knit and crochet, though. This project resulted from mid-winter color craving.
One-skein version of this pattern: Solveig
Excellent pattern for long color-change yarn such as this Noro Kureyon Sock as well as solid colors. Beautiful textured stitch, and looks good with or in this case without the narrow ruffled border.

I have crocheted many of eclat du soleil's designs. Her patterns are quite detailed with explicit photos of every step. You can find them on-line at annette petavy design where they are available in French, English and Swedish.
To see what everyone else accomplished this week, check out Tami's Amis Finished Object Friday.