The original representative meaning of burlap was belittle. People wear clothes made of burlap, which shows that they are more humble than dust. So the phrase 'get into pockets and ashes' also means this. The burlap in a dream represents a sense of humiliation, and the dreamer devalues himself because of his actions.

Burlap may also represent regret. The dreamer may feel self-deprecating, but he also wants to show the world that he regrets what he has done.

In ancient times, it was a matter of course to publicly express one's grief over the loss of a loved one. Burlap was used to express the pain and sorrow of the person involved. This was wearing linen and mourning.