Dream Catcher

Dream Catcher

by Kim King (4 Crazy Kings)

Objective:
Make a paper dream catcher

Materials:

• Paper Plate (plain or colored)
• Scissors
• Yarn
• Feathers
• Beads
• Hole Punch
• Stickers or Markers (optional)
• Crayons (optional)

Detailed Instructions:

1. Cut a hole in the center of the plate, leaving about two inches of edging
2. Punch holes around the inside edge
3. Tie a piece of yarn to the end of the feather. The length of the yarn will determine how far down your dream catcher hangs.
4. String beads onto the yarn. When you're finished, tie several knots at the loose end of the string to act as a stopper and secure the beads in place
• Tip: Roll a piece of tape around the tip of the yarn, like an anglet on a shoelace, before starting. This helps young kids slide the beads on, saving time - and frustration!
5. Repeat step 4 until you have your desired number of strands
6. Randomly string your remaining yarn through the holes bordering the plate. Add a few beads or stickers for extra decoration, if you like.
7. Punch one hole for each beaded strand of yarn at the bottom of the plate and tie on your strands of beaded, feathered yarn
8. Note: You can choose to decorate the dream catcher how ever you like by coloring it and/or adding stickers on it

Purpose:

To get rid of those pesky nightmares.

Link:

http://www.pbs.org/parents/crafts-for-kids/dream-catcher/