Native Americans Dream Catchers
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Searching For An Authentic DreamCatcher?
The Ojibwa people, also known as Chippewa's, are believed to be the first to create web dream catchers. Made of red willow twigs, sinew and feathers the grandparents of newborn children would hang the hand-woven web over the cradles to insure peaceful dreams. There is an enchanting legend that has been passed down through the ages about how the first dream catcher came into being that you can read below.
We are very fortunate that there are still very talented Native American Artists that are continuing on in the tradition of their great ancestors in the craft of making authentic web dream catchers using the same natural materials. Each is individually made with all of the care and spiritual ritual that went into the originals. Each natural element used in the dream catchers symbolizes a part of the legend behind the amulet which gives it it's power.
Below you will find a beautiful selection of dream catchers in a variety of sizes and styles. The availability of each is limited since all are hand made and there is no guarantee how long each will be available. Most items on the eBay auctions can be purchased on their "buy it now" offers. Just click on the dream catchers you are interested in to find out more information on the artwork including the immediate purchase price if available. Remember if you don't act on it right away it might be gone.
What's To Come
- Native Americans Dream Catcher Legend
- Native American Traditional Art
- A Beautiful Dream Catcher by Artist Pamela Whitehorse
- A Tribute To Our Native Brothers and Sisters
- Dream Catcher Artist Mae Stone
- Native American Pow Wow's
- Authentic Native American Crafts
- Navajo Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Turquoise Jewelry.
- A Kit for Making 15 Dreamcatchers
Native Americans Dream Catcher Legend
Origin of Dream Catchers
It is told that way back in ancient times an old grandmother was entranced with watching a spider spin it's web near her sleeping place. After many days of watching him spin his magic her young grandson came to see her. Upon seeing the spider he picked up a rock to squash it but his grandmother stopped him. When he asked her why she wanted the spider to live she just smiled at him. After he left she sat down to again watch the spider and as she did the spider began to talk to her. He thanked her for saving his life and wanted to give her a gift for her kindness. He taught her how to spin a beautiful web while explaining that all the webs she would make and all those made by those she passed the gift on to would snare all bad dreams but good dreams would slip through to be remembered.
The Ojibwa Tribe and the Lakota Tribe have their own dream catcher legends which are equally as captivating. The Lakota believe that dream catchers hold the destiny of your future. Dreams, both good and bad, drift in the night winds. As they float your dream catcher collects the good dreams holding them in its web until dawn, it is then that the dream is released into your mind so you may follow it.
The Ojibwa dream catchers are hung near their children's beds to capture their nightmares in the webbing while allowing good dreams to pass through a small hole in the center of the web. The bad dreams will disappear with the light of day. It is their tradition to make the dream catcher into the shape of a circle representing the path of the sun around the earth. A feather is placed in the center symbolizing the breath of air essential for life. As the feather is gently lifted in the night breeze it is believed a good dream has passed through.
To read a more complete story behind the legends visit the Native American Alliance.
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A Beautiful Dream Catcher by Artist Pamela Whitehorse
Buy An Original Dream Catcher Made By Pamela Whitehorse Here
Find Out Which Piece Was Used In A Top Rated Movie
She was chosen to create a dream catcher for the Twilight Saga film "New Moon". In the movie Jacob gives the dream catcher to Bella to hang over her bed. You can view the dream catcher that was used in the film and read more about Pamela in a news review written in a local Wisconsin newspaper.
When you purchase one of Pamela's pieces you are investing in art...a creative treasure to pass down for generations to come. Each piece comes with a signed card and story about the history of dream catchers.
A Tribute To Our Native Brothers and Sisters
Native by Birthrite, Americans by Heart
Dream Catcher Artist Mae Stone
A Native American Artist Member of the Navajo Nation
Buy Dream Catchers Made by Artist Mae Stone and Others
Each handmade piece comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and the story of the legend of the first Dream Catcher.
Native American Pow Wow's
Remembering Tradition
The Native American Pow Wow brings together members of tribes throughout the United States and Canada to join in dancing, singing, renewing old friendships and the making of new ones. It is a time spent of the renewal of old customs preserving the rich traditions of the ancients while educating the young.
Thousands of Pow Wow's and Native Gatherings take place each year including events such as concerts, craft shows, Spiritual dances, educational seminars, festivals, and more. You can find local events at PowWows.com and NativeGatherings.com
Photo used under Creative Commons from daBinsi
Authentic Native American Crafts
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Dream Catchers...
what to buy?
Dream Catchers have been a part of the Native American tradition for thousands of years. There is a lot of controversy as to the over commercialization of this craft, should we as consumers buy authentic dream catchers handmade by Native Americans or are imports from China and other countries okay as well?
Does it matter to you where and who makes Dream Catchers?
Yes, I would want to purchase an authentically made Native American Dream Catcher.
Annleecakes says:
Tradition is a factor factories cannot add, nor do they pass them through the smoke in blessing.
Great lens sharing.
Blessings.........Annlee
Tipi says:
There is something so much more special about authentic Native American made crafts, though I have enjoyed making dream catchers myself over the years as well.
No, it wouldn't matter as long as the Dream Catcher was what I liked.
Navajo Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Turquoise Jewelry.
Wear Your Dreams
Proud members of the Indian Arts and Crafts Association, Turquoise Canyon Jewelry offers Navajo handcrafted Sterling Silver and Turquoise Bead Dream Catcher Jewelry. Each piece is meticulously crafted in the southwest Native American Navajo style and comes with a 100% guarantee and a certificate of authenticity.
Beautiful work!
A Kit for Making 15 Dreamcatchers
Make Your Own Dream Catchers
Thoughts and Comments Welcomed
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COUNTRYLUTHIER
Jan 1, 2012 @ 10:33 pm | delete
- Beautiful artwork. I hope my dreams are captured by something as beautiful.
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Tipi
Nov 20, 2011 @ 12:19 pm | delete
- I grew up in northern Minnesota, so the rich tradition of dream catchers has been with me all of my life. I had the honor of going to high school with many Ojibwa students and always loved drawing upon their culture and traditons.
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SirAwesome
Sep 28, 2011 @ 5:59 pm | delete
- Great lens!
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Ladymermaid
Jun 11, 2011 @ 9:53 am | delete
- I love dream catchers. They are one of those absolutely magical ingredients of life. Beautiful and informative lens. So well done :)
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Sylvestermouse
May 31, 2011 @ 9:50 am | delete
- I have always thought dream catchers were beautiful! Fascinating background.
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