So when Peill-Meininghaus started needle felting gnomes — tiny, colorful creations with pointy hats and bulbous noses — she hoped they might teach her how to stick with something.

While her creations reach far beyond little felt gnomes, that is how she got her start.

The program was was hosted by Pat Levens, left, and Connie Estes. The Texas Forestry Museum will hold an adult lecture on needle felting at 6 p.m. Tuesday. Fiber artist Stephanie Carcano will discuss ...