It was founded in Ojibwe belief as to the 'spider web grace', a series with twisted string or ligament designed to resemble a spider's filament, used as a shielding charm for the kids. Traditionally they are normally connected over a cradle as energy. The dreamcatcher may further include eternal features such as amazing shafts or pearls. A dream catcher is a handcrafted willow circle, on which is spun a trellis.