Dreamcatcher

usgb/ˈdriːmˌkætʃɚ/
noun

A dreamcatcher is a traditional Native American object made from a circular frame with a woven net or web, intended to catch bad dreams and let good dreams filter through.

She hung a dreamcatcher above her bed to ensure she would only have good dreams.
Visual representation of "dreamcatcher" - A dreamcatcher is a traditional Native American object made from a circular frame with a woven net or web, intended to catch bad dreams and let good dreams filter through.

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  • dreamcatcher design
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Native American culture, protection, sleep

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Cultural Significance

Understanding the cultural origins of the dreamcatcher can deepen your appreciation for it.

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Many people enjoy making dreamcatchers as a craft method.
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Symbolic Meaning

Dreamcatchers represent protection and hope.

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Many people give dreamcatchers as gifts for new beginnings.
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Decorative Use

Dreamcatchers are used not only for their symbolic meaning but also as decorative items in homes.

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You can find dreamcatchers in varying sizes and colors, fitting different aesthetics.
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