The concept of a witch dream catcher combines elements of traditional Native American dream catchers with symbolism associated with witches. Dream catchers are believed to have originated with the Ojibwe people and were traditionally used to protect individuals from negative dreams or spirits during sleep. The circular shape of the dream catcher and the web-like netting in the center are designed to catch bad dreams, allowing only positive ones to filter through. In the context of witchcraft, dream catchers are often seen as a tool for enhancing or directing magical dreams and visions. Witches may create or use dream catchers with specific intentions or symbols that align with their beliefs and practices. The purpose of a witch dream catcher can vary depending on the witch's intentions, such as promoting psychic abilities, astral projection, or receiving messages from the spiritual realm.
Oh, that’s a neat perspective! I’m glad you replied! Thank you. :3
That said you should aim to buy actual native made ones, not mass produced Chinese ones, but according to every elder I have asked, dream catchers are ok. That said you should aim to buy actual native made ones, not mass produced Chinese ones, but according to every elder I have asked, dream catchers are ok.
The purpose of a witch dream catcher can vary depending on the witch's intentions, such as promoting psychic abilities, astral projection, or receiving messages from the spiritual realm. A witch dream catcher may incorporate elements that symbolize witchcraft, such as crystals, feathers, herbs, or any other items associated with magical practices. These additional elements are believed to amplify the power and effectiveness of the dream catcher, ensuring that only beneficial or magical dreams are experienced.
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| Аноним asked: Do you know of any alternatives to a dream catcher? I had no idea that it was a part of someone's culture, I just thought people had them because they were neat. |
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i was going to have nice links and stuff but i was so depressed, however i didn’t just want to leave this!
so alternatives to dream catchers!
witches ladders. they are knot magic with added trinkets, usually feathers! while braiding or knotting just think of the intention of what you want out of it. an added bonus is the fact you can add things you associate with a goods nights sleep, or gems that offer magical properties of sleeping well, good dreams, nightmare reflection ect.
my favorite is satchels that can be made cheaply, filled with herbs and stones of your choice. when completed, put the satchel under a pillow or your bed!
similar to satchels are poppets, or a teddy bear works great for this if you have sewign skills. if you can make a small incision on the bottom of the bear (or stuffed animal/poppet) and while thinking on your intent put charged herbs and gems inside. then just close them right up adn sleep with the bear with you or near you.
if you like the looks of dream catchers to aid in helping you get better dreams i would suggest wreathes, you can add what ever decorations that match your aesthetic and practice, and it won’t be appropriation because its not from a closed religion
and this is a good sight that talks about a few stones that work well
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Oooh, I like this post. This is a Good Post.
I actually (shamefully) have a dream catcher that I’m only holding onto because I like the look of it (and because it was a gift from my older sister, who I love dearly).
I’ve wanted to take it down, because appropriation is Not Okay, but I wanted to put something in its place and didn’t know what. And now I know what.
I’m going to make myself a nice alternative and retire the dream catcher to storage (because I can’t bear to completely part with it, because treasured gift). So glad I found this post!
Hey ok speaking as someone who has grown up in Cree culture and has spoken to elders about this- dream catchers are 100% ok for non-natives to use. They sell them to non-natives for the very reason they are ok with it and it’s not appropriation. That said you should aim to buy actual native made ones, not mass produced Chinese ones, but according to every elder I have asked, dream catchers are ok. Also re non natives making dream catchers for personal use- I have been told by elders this is fine. I was taught directly by elders myself who showed me how to cut willow and weave the sinew. I was teased by the younger natives for going to the work of doing it the hard traditional way when I could buy a hoop. Things like eagle feathers which are sacred obviously are a huge no, but dream catchers themselves are frequently given to outsiders and not considered by natives themselves to be part of a closed religion. I appreciate what you are trying to do here, but it’s probably better to let actual natives speak instead of talking over them about what is and isn’t appropriation to them. My family is a whole mix of cultures thanks to adoptions and even though I’m not Cree, half my family is, so it kind of bugs me seeing non natives making judgements without actually consulting anyone.
Oh, that’s a neat perspective! I’m glad you replied! Thank you. :3
(I still plan to retire this particular dream catcher to storage because I’m almost positive it’s one of the cheapo Chinese sweatshop ones…)
Hey!! A cree/Mi'kmaq gal here as well, dream catchers are 100% okay!! Again, just get them from native sources, even if that happens to be online- if they’re from a native source no sacred items that could be seen as cultural appropriation in the hands of a non-native will be included usually.
The one thing about dream catchers is that you should! Not! Get them tattooed. As dream catchers are supposed to absorb negative energy and nightmares it is basically like cursing yourself, and that is never fun!
You can also make a dream-net/curtain. I’m not sure what the ‘origin’ of it is, but my grandma made them for new babies!
I asked a native neighbor about this a while back and he said the same thing: dream catchers are okay for non-native people to use BUT you should buy them from natives. Not the knockoffs you find from non-natives. Those people who sell the knockoffs are trying to make a profit off of native people’s culture, and that’s extremely uncool. He also said they’re not going to work, anyway…so just don’t buy them off of non-natives.
100% agree. Dream catchers are okay, guys! Again, just get them from those who are actually Native as much as possible, because it helps them make a living and continue on their traditions!
Here are some Native-run businesses:
Duckletshut (Beaded Jewelry & Dreamcatchers)
FaithEarthandSoul (Jewelry, Art, & Dreamcatchers)
(I still plan to retire this particular dream catcher to storage because I’m almost positive it’s one of the cheapo Chinese sweatshop ones…)
The idea of a witch dream catcher highlights the adaptability and creativity present in modern witchcraft practices. It shows how witches can blend traditional cultural symbols with their own beliefs and practices, creating unique tools that resonate with their individual spiritual paths. Dream catchers, including those with witchcraft influences, are often seen as aesthetically pleasing and may be used as decorative items in witchcraft-themed spaces. They can also serve as daily reminders of intention and help create a sacred and protected dream space for practitioners..
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