In 2019 (maybe 2018?), we purchased a bale of California Rambouillet wool from Lani Estil that had been superwashed in the United States with the hope of making a sock yarn. We sent this bale to Kraemer in Pennsylvania.

Around this time, we received a small batch of yarn that had been milled in Italy designed especially for sock knitting. Because of its tight twist, (resulting in a bouncy, round yarn which showcases stitch definition beautifully), every time we pulled a strand of yarn from a cake it would coil and resemble a little doodle -- so we named it just that -- Doodle. And as soon as it ran out, we wished for more but as it was a limited run, we were unable to.

So we decided to use the California wool sitting in Pennsylvania to make a new batch of Doodle but then with the pandemic and life, the project kept getting pushed back. And then earlier this year, Kraemer said they would start charging us a storage fee. Fair. But really what was happening is that Kraemer was closing. So we decided to push ahead and finally mill a new, improved version of Doodle. Not only is the wool traceable (yay!) there is more yardage per skein!

Of course, while we milled this yarn specifically with making socks in mind, of course, it would also be great for any clothing and home wares you wish to be more resilient in the washing process. Examples include: shawls, blankets, pillow cases, baby and children’s clothing.

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While the wool used in this yarn has been superwashed, and may technically be able to be cleaned in the washing machine without felting, we highly recommend hand washing with cold water and pH neutral soap for maximum longevity.

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Please note: Doodle sold previous to 2025 was milled in Italy, made of 100% superwash merino, and 112 g / 388 yards.