Crab Max©  Flying Dream Catchers

The Origins of Dream Catchers

The legend of the dream catcher’s hoop represents the circle of life, while the woven web inside it acts as a filter for dreams. It was believed that good dreams would pass through the web and slide down to reach the dreamer, while bad dreams would get caught in the web and dissolve with the morning light.

Symbolism

Each element of the dream catcher holds a specific meaning. The hoop represents unity and completeness, symbolizing the circle of life and the interconnectedness of all things. The woven web represents the spider’s web, which catches and filters out negative energy and bad dreams.

Popularity

In the late 20th century, the dream catcher gained significant popularity outside of Native American communities. It became a recognized symbol of spirituality, protection, and positive energy. Dream catchers appeared in various forms, including jewelry, home decor, and artwork. They were embraced by people from different backgrounds, drawn to the symbol’s beauty and spiritual meaning.

The commercialization and mass production of dream catchers led to some controversy within Native American communities. Many artisans and activists expressed concern about appropriating and commodifying their cultural symbols. They argued that dream catchers’ true meaning and significance were diluted and distorted for profit.

Modern Variations

As dream catchers gained popularity, they underwent various creative interpretations and adaptations. Artists began experimenting with different materials, sizes, and designs while maintaining the dream catcher’s core symbolism.

Today, you can find dream catchers from traditional materials like willow branches to stainless steel like our flying dream catchers.

Some have modern variations crafted from metal, fabric, or synthetic materials. Some are intricately embellished with gemstones, crystals, or intricate beadwork, adding a personalized touch to the symbolic object.

What is a Flying Dream Catcher?

Simply, it is a round Crab Trap that a person with a fishing pole or Drone can extend the reach of to catch food.

We are the Sustainable Living Center of Oregon, and we are committed to finding ways to live sustainably and with quality in these challenging times

We are an Education and Research Center based in Lincoln City, Oregon. The Center uses Permaculture, Off-Grid techniques, and Technology to find DO IT YOUR (DIY) methods of food production, water harvesting, energy production, shelter, community building, and health (keto lifestyle)

We have developed a 16-inch round crab trap that someone said ” Looks like a Dream Catcher.” So we started adding beads, etc. to make it look more like a Dream Catcher than a Crab Trap. It still is a Crab trap, and we will be demonstraing it this summer using a fishing pole and a Drone. Thus a “Flying Dream Catcher.”