A couple from north Norfolk have started a business which transforms "old, unwanted treasures" into unique lamps.

Kit Gill and Ellis Sullivan, who live in Sheringham with their dog Frankie, started building up The Making People around 18 months ago.

Mr Sullivan built a workshop from scratch in their back garden and they each stepped from their jobs in retail and care support to focus on crafting their products.

Mr Sullivan built a workshop in their garden and the pair semi-retired to focus on their craftMr Sullivan built a workshop in their garden (Image: Gareth Gabriel @The Studio Sheringham)

Their website went live earlier this month.

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"The idea of recycling and repurposing old treasures has always been close to our hearts," Ms Gill said.

They transform old unwanted items into unique lampsThey transform old unwanted items into unique lamps (Image: Gareth Gabriel @The Studio Sheringham)

"Our vision is to find old, unwanted treasures and bygones and bring them back to life and purpose by illuminating them.

"We really use our imaginations to make our lights stand out, using a range of materials from Tilley lamps and telescopes to spinning wheels and speaker stands."

The business has a strong focus on sustainability The business has a strong focus on sustainability (Image: Gareth Gabriel @The Studio Sheringham)

The pair always wanted to work for themselves but finally took the "leap of faith" after Mr Sullivan's mother passed away.

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"Her dying wish was for us to start the business," Ms Gill added. 

The items are available to purchase onlineThe items are available to purchase online (Image: Gareth Gabriel @The Studio Sheringham)

"She always supported us and she was the best mother-in-law you could ask for.

"She will always be a part of what we do and create."

All their lamps come with a 12-month guarantee and there are currently five collections to browse on The Making People website.