"I don't do snowmen at all. This is Santa's territory," said Nelson.
To say she has a Santa obsession is an understatement. Her Santa theme extends to her home's interior. Nearly one thousand collectable Santas adorn her two-story home.
"I have one room in my basement that is Christmas all year long. In fact, I have several rooms where there are Santas up all year."
The Hinmans annually alter their theme, but creatively reuse their resources.
"Last year we went with a sort of candy cane Christmas village," said Hinman.
The faux rod-iron fence he used for Halloween is transformed into a candy cane lane.
Next, wrapping coil lights up and around his trees, his foliage takes the form of giant candy canes, sprinkling his main-street lawn.
Spend wisely.
Holiday cheer can quickly turn to holiday jeer. Bigger lights mean a bigger electric bill. But technology has changed the game.
"It used to be a lot worse. We switched over to LED lights. Now, it's a 20 dollar increase. Before, it was a 300 dollar increase. LED lights are much, much, much more efficient," said Hinman.
Another tip? It never hurts to check the bargain bin.
"I'm a little cheap," jokes Hinman.
"Stores put their decorations on sale after Christmas. Then, I comb through and see what could fit in for next year. Outdoor lighting can quickly become expensive. Buying it half price makes you feel a little better."Monster energy hats
MLB Hats
Red bull hats
http://www.dhgate.com/store/kidshop2013
To say she has a Santa obsession is an understatement. Her Santa theme extends to her home's interior. Nearly one thousand collectable Santas adorn her two-story home.
"I have one room in my basement that is Christmas all year long. In fact, I have several rooms where there are Santas up all year."
The Hinmans annually alter their theme, but creatively reuse their resources.
"Last year we went with a sort of candy cane Christmas village," said Hinman.
The faux rod-iron fence he used for Halloween is transformed into a candy cane lane.
Next, wrapping coil lights up and around his trees, his foliage takes the form of giant candy canes, sprinkling his main-street lawn.
Spend wisely.
Holiday cheer can quickly turn to holiday jeer. Bigger lights mean a bigger electric bill. But technology has changed the game.
"It used to be a lot worse. We switched over to LED lights. Now, it's a 20 dollar increase. Before, it was a 300 dollar increase. LED lights are much, much, much more efficient," said Hinman.
Another tip? It never hurts to check the bargain bin.
"I'm a little cheap," jokes Hinman.
"Stores put their decorations on sale after Christmas. Then, I comb through and see what could fit in for next year. Outdoor lighting can quickly become expensive. Buying it half price makes you feel a little better."Monster energy hats
MLB Hats
Red bull hats
http://www.dhgate.com/store/kidshop2013
