LU: Hi!
BPR: Congratulations on making it so far in the competition!
LU: Thank you so much!
BPR: What was the best thing about being on the show?
LU: Probably the opportunity to meet other designers that have the same mindset and passion that I do and to show the world who I am, my brand and what I stand for.
BPR: Have you been watching all of the episodes?
LU: I have, yes.
BPR: I have a reader questions from Patrick: "You've mentioned what an inspiration your daughter Journe is to your design work. What was your favorite childhood outfit?"
LU: Probably the hot pink and black dresses that my mother made for myself and my older sister.
BPR: So you mom sewed too! Do you make your daughter's clothes?
LU: Not as much as people probably think.
BPR: Who is your best friend from the cast?
LU: That would be Ashley Nell Tipton.
BPR: Have you remained in touch?
LU: Yes, of course, at least once a week.
BPR: Which was your favorite challenge?
LU: The Mary Kay challenge.
BPR: If you could go back, is there anything that you would do differently?
LU: I would have spent more time sketching and designing rather than sewing.
BPR: I have a reader question from Mark: In last week's episode, (the Finding Neverland challenge....) if you had more time, how would you have finished the garment?
LU: If I had more time at Mood, I would have chosen a different fabric, but no regrets.
BPR: Are you a full-time designer, or do you have a day job?
LU: I am a full-time designer.
BPR: Your website is very impressive.
LU: Thank you, I did it myself.
BPR: Are you also a graphic designer?
LU: Yes I am.
BPR: I have a reader question from Paul: "Please tell us more about your brand and your customer."
LU: Wanda Grace is for the woman who has to work but loves to play. I design for the woman who walks into the room and commands the room with style. They are fun, graceful, edgy and sophisticated. I design with lots of bold colors.
BPR: Where does the name Wanda Grace come from?
LU: Wanda is my middle name and I added Grace to polish it.
BPR: What are you working on now?
LU: I am expanding my brand into a lifestyle brand.
BPR: Are you adding home dec?
LU: I am adding content. I am becoming a lifestyle brand that empowers through style.
BPR: Where can we find your designs?
LU: Through my website.
BPR: Laurie, we are almost out of time, is there anything else you would like to say to your fans?
LU: "Believe in your damn self."
BPR: Thank you Laurie.
