At one holiday display in Pleasanton, just about every square inch of the place is covered with decorations. The family behind it says they started small and it has been growing ever since.
For months, Bob and Susan Widmer have been toiling away like elves to make Christmas a little brighter, hand painting, and touching up whatever gnome needs some love.
“Want to turn them around and get the face,” said Susan Widmer.
Most of the time, the married couple of 55 years agree. But every once in a while, even Santa and his wife can see things differently.
“It’s a little light red,” said Bob.
“No, that’s perfect,” said Susan.
One thing though, is certain in Widmer World.
“All this is handmade,” said Bob.
From needed stitches to mend a hole so that Rudolph can stand tall, to customized stands that perfect his holiday train set display, Widmer World is a joyous family obsession that only continues to grow after more than 40 years.