The skeleton in a dream, represents the beginning or the end of the project. At the first point the dreamer is willing to get started doing things from the scratch, therefore the skeleton stands as the base of particular object. On the other hand, the dream may indicate something that is over for a long time. Maybe some of the relationships or work you were doing has come to an end.
Dream dictionary: Skeleton dream meanings
To dream about a skeleton or skull announces serious illness, bad businesses or serious difficulties in your family. If you see yourself as a skeleton in a dream, it announces exaggerated worries that perhaps are unjustified.
…Dreaming of seeing a skeleton, is prognostic of illness, misunderstanding and injury at the hands of others, especially enemies. Dreaming that you are a skeleton, is a sign that you are suffering under useless worry, and should cultivate a milder disposition. If you imagine that one haunts you, there will soon come to you a shocking accident or death, or the trouble may take the form of financial disaster….
Skeleton dreams represent illness or death.
The skeleton indicates the beginning of everything you think of.
This dream reveals that you have lost hopes and illusions. That you are going through a period of gloom and despondency. If this dream is repeated often it is advisable to go to a doctor because you may be suffering depression.
Horror, fright in your dreams.
Skeletons or skins of animals betoken much trouble.
Troubles and vexation in life.