Dreamcatcher

Meaning, Teaching,

& Significance

Dream Catcher

Teachings

What is a dream catcher?

Dreamcatchers are beautiful pieces of artwork that are also a huge symbol for the indigenous culture used to protect you from nightmares

Where can I hang my dream catcher?

You can hang your dreamcatcher in a variety of different places, some places that you probably haven't even thought of like on your deck or porch, see this for more places to hang your dreamcatcher!

Where should I buy a dream catcher?

While it is possible to make your own dreamcatcher, buying from Indigenous owned business or Indigenous artists who create them is better.

Who can own a dreamcatcher?

Anyone can own dreamcatchers.

How to get a dreamcatcher?

To get your very own dreamcatcher, you can either purchase it from an Indigenous person who makes them, buy it from Indigenous owned businesses, or even make one yourself!

Why should I own a dream catcher?

Dreamcatchers can be a great source of comfort and protection if you suffer from nightmares or feel your space needs to be cleansed of negativity.

What are the different types of dreamcatchers?

There are multiple types of dreamcatcher but the single hoop dreamcatcher, multi-ring dreamcatcher, medicine wheel dreamcatcher, sacred medicine dreamcatcher, and beaded dreamcatcher are the most common dreamcatcher styles

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Should I smudge my dreamcatcher?

Should I smudge my dreamcatcher?

Yes. Smudging the dreamcatcher is a way to sacredly bless it and allow it to work in the way that it should, encouraging you to only remember the good dreams that you have.

who uses a smudge prayer?

Smudging the dreamcatcher is a way to sacredly bless it and allow it to work in the way that it should, encouraging you to only remember the good dreams that you have.

What do I need to smudge my Dream catcher?

When it comes to smudging your dreamcatcher, all you need is sage, an abalone shell if you have loose leaf sage, the dreamcatcher that needs to be cleansed, and maybe a feather if you have one.

How do I smudge my Dreamcatcher?

To start smudging your dreamcatcher, waft the smoke produced from your sage around your dreamcatcher. Take your time and allow the dreamcatcher to be covered in smoke. From there, move around the room, letting the smoke follow you, and allow the sage to cleanse the room.

The History of Dreamcatchers

Where do dreamcatchers come from?

It is generally accepted that the history of dreamcatchers originates with a story from the Ojibwa Chippewa tribe that then pervaded and was expanded upon by other tribes, as well. In fact, many tribes have their own legends about the origins of the dreamcatcher.

How are spiders related to the creation of dreamcatchers?

The Ojibwe people saw spiders as symbols of protection and comfort. In Ojibwe legend, a mystical “Spider Woman” served as protector for her tribe.

When was the dreamcatcher first created?

As the “Spider Woman's” tribe grew in size, it was difficult for her to continue to watch over everyone, so she created the first dreamcatcher, a beautiful, circular, spider-web like totem. Since then, the dreamcatcher has symbolized protection from fear and nightmares, especially for children.