Leslie Chaplin

LESLIE CHAPLIN

(she/her)

Leslie is a shepherdess, spinner, and wool lover who believes the best fiber stories start in the pasture. For the past 15 years, at Les’s Moor Farm, she has been caring for a lively mix of fiber animals—alpacas, Angora goats, a variety of sheep, and the occasional Angora rabbit—each one offering its own unique, beautiful fiber. What began as a love for the animals quickly grew into a passion for the craft, and she started taking classes to learn how to make the most of what they so generously provide.

The journey from raw fleece to finished textile is fascinating, especially those first essential steps: shearing and scouring to reveal its true potential. As a shepherdess and fiber enthusiast, Leslie is excited to share both the practical skills and the deep satisfaction that come from transforming fiber straight from the animal into something warm, wearable, and handmade, sharing tips, tricks, and plenty of farm tales along the way.