Crafty Veteran

20/07/2025

Did you know that when Mark isn’t busy creating stunning pieces with a lathe, he’s also writing books. He currently has two books published. The middle tier and Monica- different shades of evil. Both are available in paperback, hardback and also on kindle. For more information on both books, please check out his page Mark Bateman, author.

Book series

16/03/2025

Many thanks to Howling Wolf Artisan Bakery and Café for supporting local authors and allowing me the chance to speak about The Middle Tier.

Massive thanks to Mark Bateman & everyone else who attended this event! We can't wait to get home & dig into this book!
We've got a stash of them available if you want to purchase a copy, support a local author and read a great book!

24/12/2024

Wishing everyone a very happy christmas and thank you for all your amazing support.
All the best for the new year.

17/11/2024

Due to a house move, I am unable to take any more orders at the moment, all outstanding orders will be honoured. Bowls and candle holders are still available at Ravens nest, thanks for all your support and I look forward to getting back behind the lathe as soon as possible.

23/08/2024

Three beautiful new hand turned items available to purchase exclusively at Ravens Nest. Each one is individually made with the tea light holder and darker bowl both being made from an African Hardwood Sapele and the lighter bowl being made from Ash.

16/06/2024

The newest design from the crafty veteran are these innovative duel purpose tea and biscuits/ egg and soldiers boards. Each board in uniquely hand crafted and available at Ravens Nest for the amazing price of just £12 (including egg cups). And as always a percentage of moneys raised goes to help veterans charities.

11/06/2024

Today the crafty veteran has been working on two beautiful zebra wood bowls for a wonderful couple who are very dear friends of ours.
Known scientifically as Microberlinia brazzavillensis, Zebrawood or Zambrano, is native to the West African countries of Cameroon and Gabon. Its zebra-like, striped pattern, from which its name is derived, is made up of the layered contrasting between the light-colored sapwood and the dark-colored heartwood. It’s almost like woodgrains within woodgrains. Such a specific patterning is the result of the tree's growth rings and vascular rays, quite literally making each piece of zebrawood its own, natural work of art.

13/04/2024

We loved making this commission wall to display the logo at Ravens Nest. Can’t wait to sit and enjoy a drink ❤️

The RAVEN has NESTED in the snug! 🪺

Thanks to Crafty Veteran for this amazing installation

11/02/2024

Dough bowl with a coastal vibe ❤️🐋

11/02/2024

We have just received our logo button in two sizes and can’t wait to see them in situ.

11/02/2024

This beautiful carved bowl is going to its new home ❤️