Crafts CouncilDirectoryDee Barnes DesignsStaffordshire Spill vasesAboutI am inspired by the crazy and often ridiculous themes used in antique spill vases and Bocage figurines. From lions to children, all of which have their own unique charm. I am drawn into a fantasy world where I create my own modern day versions in my own naive and simplistic style. Nothing too serious but a joy to look at and get lost within the imagined stories being told.Dee Barnes DesignsGrantham, EnglandRoar on the rocks, Dee BarnesInspired by the Lion spill vases from the 18th and 19th Centuries. Made from earthenware clay with underglazes, oxides and gold lustres.The Tigers, Dee BarnesA pair of tigers with candle holder trees, hand built using earthenware clay, inspired by Staffordshire Spill vasesResting tiger box candle holder, Dee BarnesThe top half of the tiger comes off, forming a box. Within the box lies matches with a striking strip on the lid so you can light the candles. Inspired by Staffordshire Spill vasesStaffordshire Spill vasesAboutI am inspired by the crazy and often ridiculous themes used in antique spill vases and Bocage figurines. From lions to children, all of which have their own unique charm. I am drawn into a fantasy world where I create my own modern day versions in my own naive and simplistic style. Nothing too serious but a joy to look at and get lost within the imagined stories being told.Dee Barnes DesignsGrantham, EnglandRoar on the rocks, Dee BarnesInspired by the Lion spill vases from the 18th and 19th Centuries. Made from earthenware clay with underglazes, oxides and gold lustres.Resting tiger box candle holder, Dee BarnesThe top half of the tiger comes off, forming a box. Within the box lies matches with a striking strip on the lid so you can light the candles. Inspired by Staffordshire Spill vasesThe Tigers, Dee BarnesA pair of tigers with candle holder trees, hand built using earthenware clay, inspired by Staffordshire Spill vasesMore from Dee Barnes DesignsProjectJane EyreProjectTate Britain portraits