Dreamcatcher project

 
At our November 1 meeting, led by artist Marie Brunelle, we will learn how to make a traditional Dreamcatcher, and discover its history and the meaning of its symbolism.

 

The Artist
Marie Brunelle is an Algonquin artist who grew up in La Fontaine and now is living in Penetanguishene. She has had her own business for 25 years … Marie's NatureCrafts.  She is self taught and currently does mostly craft shows but also wholesale.

Marie worked as Historic Interpeter at Ste. Marie among the Hurons from which she is now retired. In her job she had to reference and learn traditional crafts which were the way of life for the Algonquins.  This is when she started working with crafts herself.

Dreamcatchers - Bwaajige Ngwaagan (Ojibwe Curve Lake Band meaning “dream snare”)
It is generally accepted that what is known today was originated with the Ojibwe nation (sometimes called Chippewa). Frances Densmore. in the book “Chippewa Customs” published by Minnesota Historical Society Press, describes that articles representing spider webs were hung from the hoop of a child’s cradle board to “catch and hold everything evil”. The custom grew from there.
To read more about Dreamcatchers and the history click here.
 

Bring with
All you’ll need is a pair of sharp scissors.

The meeting is held at the Simcoe County Museum at 1pm sharp until 3pm. The general public is invited to attend. There is a charge of $5 for members and $10 for non-members which covers instruction, materials and refreshments. Registration is appreciated by emailing name and contact to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or leave a message at 705-431-2390.