A FORMER building site labourer is making money from what started off as a hobby.

Michael Martin is becoming well known for his unique decorative objects made out of wrought iron and stained glass.

Now he has opened his own shop in Skipton Road, Barnoldswick, to showcase his talents. The one-off pieces are all hand-crafted by the 54-year-old.

The Glass Iron features Michael's exclusive designs which include stain glass and wrought iron angels and butterflies, as well as mirrors and planters.