Need Help Suggestions

[ThatDJTroy]

Hi All!

I'm currently in the "dream stage" where my grand ideas are only on a computer screen. My plan is to make the 'hardware' a reality this summer, and tie it all together by fall.

That said, I am a determined DIY'er, but I have no idea how I'm going to build the snowflakes and star for my display; much less mount them. Check out my simulation:

What should I use to make the snowflakes? Wire cage? Pipe? What?...Then, how do I mount them to the roof without creating any leaks from drill holes or the like? I've seen many videos where others have props on their roof, so I know it's possible.

Next, what lightweight material should I use for the star over the garage. (Pardon the freehand version of it in my video. I drew it from the string lights as a reference.)

Thank you in advance for all your help and suggestions!!

[WilliamS]

First for the stars, all of them really Coro really shows lights through nicely as well the cuts can be made cleanly. Its super light as well durable in weather. I would reccomend hitting up David as hes a member here as well owns HolidayCoro.com. Hes easy to get a hold of, has videos to help out and can make just about anything upon request.

http://www.holidaycoro.com/

As for mounting to the roof, Im not allowed up there so I cant help there.

Welcome to the insanity and dont get to lost in the newest and latest and greatest. Start with what you can accomplish. Start working on sequencing now you wont be sorry.

[bisquit476]

Take a look at David's stuff, he has some good products, and the tutorials are excellent

http://www.holidaycoro.com/By-Season-Christmas-s/1817.htm

Oops, not quick enough:D

[jimswinder]

I like how you incorporated your trees behind the house...that would be interesting to see in person...

[ThatDJTroy]

jimswinder wrote:

I like how you incorporated your trees behind the house...that would be interesting to see in person...

Thanks Jim! Yeah! I'm really excited how that's going to turn out. I already experimented with spots on them. White obviously shows very well. Unfortunately I lose a lot of luminance with colors though.

Keep the suggestions coming... Thanks all!

[nmonkman]

As far as mounting it on the roof I will make the strong recommendation, NEVER drill through your roof unless what you plan to put there is permanent and well sealed.

With that said, I don't think you would want something unsighlty on your roof all year long.

Check out my roof bases that I made for my reindeer. You could make something smaller for a snowflake.

http://www.xmas.planetmonkman.com/roofbase1.html

Also, I found out the first year that wind loads were much greater than I thought they would be. A storm the day before opening day knocked over 5 of my reindeer. I solved the issue by using clothesline rope, tying of to the wire frame and then tying off to the gutter. You cant see them at night unless you are looking for them.

[DougP]

I also like how you incorporated your trees behind the house. Can't wait to see a video of your display in action.