The story of Lorine’s entrepreneurial capabilities stretches into her blood line. Her father Otis Thomas Sr. was a builder who created his own construction company. As a young girl, she often made clothes for herself and others. For Lorine her passion was about more than making money, it was about making a difference in people’s lives.

Lorine became a staple in her community and surrounding areas. She is often referred to by family and friends as a pioneer of women owned businesses. Her goal was to merge art, faith, and love by way of her interior designs.

This section is aimed to document, celebrate, and make accessible the visual art and high quality of Lorine’s handcrafted drapery work.

12/12/1997 “Lorine Walls, I am a success”

“My mother said that God had a way for you to get the money you need, she said it might come sooner through the lotto or number and I have played but don’t win. but when I go out to get a drapery Job I get it.” -Lorine Walls