Dreamcatchers
The dreamcatcher originated with the Ojibway people as a charm to help children sleep, according to www.native-languages.org. The legend tells that nightmares would get caught in the dreamcatcher's web. The first dreamcatchers were made with a wood frame in a circle or teardrop shape and had a sinew web in the center. Children of all ages can enjoy making their own dreamcatcher using materials found around the house.
Paper Plate Dreamcatcher
This project, found at www.dream-catchers.org, is a simple dreamcatcher that uses a paper plate, yarn, beads and a few feathers. Cut out the center of a paper plate making an unbroken rim. Punch holes around the edge of the plate and lace the holes with yarn to make a web-like pattern. Add beads to the lacing for decoration. Make three holes along the bottom and tie short pieces of yarn through the holes. Thread a couple of beads through the yarn and tie a feather onto each piece.
A Dreamcatcher for Older Children
This dreamcatcher, found at www.crafts4kids.com, is a craft geared more toward older children. To make this dreamcatcher, wrap a 6-inch metal ring with suede lacing to create the frame. Lace natural cotton cord around the inside of the frame, creating a web. Add beads for decoration. Attach strands of suede to the bottom and decorate them with beads to make dangles at the bottom.
Wire Loop Dreamcatcher
For this easy-to-make dreamcatcher, as seen at www.activitytv.com, use a length of wire and some twine, beads and feathers. Make a double loop of the wire, twisting the two loops together for a frame. Weave the web in the center, allowing it to form its own shape as you go, and add beads if you like. Finish it off with some dangling feathers.
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