Dreamcatchers are an important part of the culture of Native Americans and other Indigenous people groups. When traditionally made with a willow branch, dreamcatchers are made in a web-like pattern with beads, gems, and other items of significance to ward off unwanted spirits and help you find your way in your dreams.
There are so many beautiful crochet dreamcatcher patterns that you can make, but be sure to do your research from Indigenous sources to make sure you are showing the proper appreciation for the place dreamcatchers have in Native American culture and to avoid cultural appropriation.
Dreamcatchers are considered an open practice and Native Americans are very welcoming to outside cultures learning about their practices and showing appreciation and respect for them. Check here to learn the importance of appreciation over appropriation from an Indigenous source.
Hanging Dreamcatcher Crochet Patterns
Once you have done your research and understand the significance and importance of these beautiful and sacred items, you can make your own!
Here are 18 dreamcatcher crochet patterns you can use or get inspiration from when creating your own.
If you like these you may also be interested in our crochet mandalas round up and learn how to set your art in an embroidery hoop.
Using just one skein of yarn and a hula hoop, this FREE pattern makes a enormous sized dream catcher that can be used to decorate any corner of your home.
Go for a smaller size with this simple and free pattern that creates a beautiful design you can hang on your walls for decor.
Another hula hoop sized design, this video tutorial will walk you through how to create a mandala dream catcher that is simple and quick to make.
With a star in the middle, this beautiful dream catcher creates an elegant lacy look and can be framed in a hoop.
This free dream catcher pattern is simple and sweet with added flowers and tassels to make a beautiful yet simple design.
Worked in the round and changing colors with each round, this pattern is easy enough to make while also being so pretty.
I love the bold flower center that is surrounded with an open netting look to create a beautifully large dream catcher decor.
Create a rainbow swirl with granny stitches to make a beautiful spiral sun catcher!
This beautiful sunflower is perfect for catching the sunshine from a window and spreading its warmth throughout your home.
With moon and stars, this beautiful dream catcher design would make for the sweetest addition to a newborns room.
With cascading tassels and bead work, this star dream catcher design is bold and brilliant while being a great pattern for beginners.
For all the emo and goth crocheters who also want dream catchers in their home, this is the perfect design for you!
The dreamcatcher itself is simple and sweet, but the dragon perched on top protecting it is the real star of this show. And who wouldn't want a dragon watching over their dreams?
With an open middle and bold stripe work crocheted in the round, this dream catcher has crocheted feathers to complete the look of this home decor.
The Tree of Life holds so much significance for many people and is a beautiful testament to the wonders of nature we see all around us. It's the perfect design for a beautiful dreamcatcher in your home.
It's really the rainbow variegated yarn that makes this simple spiral design popand look so perfect.
With branches that look like they're reaching from the sun, this beautiful mandala crochet pattern makes for a beautiful dream catcher.
For a challenge, try your hand at this breathtaking gorgeous lace design that looks like a star shining bright.
Dreamcatcher Inspired Crochet Patterns
Dreamcatchers truly are stunning and many have been inspired by their beauty to include dreamcatcher vibes in crochet garments. Here's a roundup of some of the beautiful pieces that pay tribute to the sacred beauty of dreamcatcher.
Using flip-flop bottoms for the sole, these beautiful dream catcher inspired shoes are perfect for a cool summer day and is a quick pattern to make.
With a dreamcatcher design stretching across the back, this vest is perfect for the in-between seasons when you need just a little extra layering.
Show your appreciation and love for dream catchers with all these beautifully designed earrings and other jewelry designs!
Perfect for peeping through a coat, this scarf design will keep you toasty and warm while giving your winter outfit a beautiful dreamcatcher vibes.
With big chunky yarn, this FREE Crochet Shrug Pattern sports a beautiful dreamcatcher design on the back.
I love how this cardigan looks like a sunflower dreamcatcher, making it perfect for a late summer garden party.
Another pattern with a beautiful back design, this vest is made like a large square with armholes and a hood.
Of course we have summer looks too where you can sport the dreamcatcher design on the front of your crop top.
Thank you for including my couple of dream catchers, Kathryn…they are great fun to make, too!
Lynda, how do you connect your work to the circle or whatever type frame you have? I have seen different ones and am interested in making these.
Thank yo u very much.
Please I would like to have the patterns for the dream catchers I checked them out and love every one, can you help me with them , thank you
All these dreamcatchers are beautiful. Thank you for sharing them. I followed a link from FB, so happy I did :)
Do you have the pattern for the sandals?
I would like the patterns for the colorful dream catchers. How do I get them?
Please let me have the awesome patterns for the dream catches. They are absolutely gorgeous. Thanks so much.
Can i get patterns for the dream catchers please
Beautiful. I’d hate to have to choose a favourite.
Luv them all hard to choose just one.
Luv the pretty thing so far can’t wait to make some & find somemore nice things to make.Thanks.
Thank you for posting this. My granddaughter has been wanting a dream catcher for her bad dreams. I KNEW there had to be a crochet pattern out there for one. Boy, was I surprised to find these! I’ve since made THREE!!! And she loves every one!!! Wish I could share the ones I’ve made!
These are gorgeous. I want to learn how to make them
Actually, the center of dream catchers ARE supposed to be open to let the bad dreams through. I’ve been making the traditional dreamcatchers for years and find the crocheted ones fascinating.
Sorry, the legend is the dream catcher stops the bad dreams and lets the good ones fall down on the sleeper through the center hole.