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Your Window to Inspiration

We believe your windows deserve more than just a view—they deserve to reflect your unique style and personality. We’re here to inspire, guide, and support you every step of the way as you transform your windows into works of art.

Our Passion:


Designing custom window treatments that elevate every room and express the personality of the home they adorn.

Our Mission:


Inspiring confidence and creativity as you discover how effortless it can be to bring your window treatment vision to life.

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  • The Pinched Pleat's 2021 Angi Superior Service Award
  • The Pinched Pleat's 2022 Superior Service Award

Draperies to Dog Beds: The Many Types of Soft Furnishings

We specialize in custom and semi-custom soft furnishings that bring comfort and style to your home. Our range includes high-quality, fully customizable draperies, Roman shades, and top treatments to custom bedding, table linens, shower curtains, throw pillows, bench cushions, and dog beds, all tailored to your preferences in fabric, color, pattern, and texture. Emphasizing whimsical creativity and meticulous craftsmanship, we ensure every piece is unique with personalized design consultations. Read on to learn how you can transform your home with beautiful, personalized soft furnishings.

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Enhance Daily Comfort with Custom Bedding & Linens

Everyday tasks like sleeping, eating, and bathing can be more enjoyable with beautiful, custom-made soft furnishings. Our unique bedding, table linens, and shower curtains are designed just for you, matching your style and needs and making your home both practical and pretty. With many fabric choices and unique designs, we ensure your bedding fits perfectly and your sleeping, dining, and bathing experiences are delightful. Learn more about how our custom products can make your daily routines luxurious.

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Meet the Authors

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    Dana Newsom

    OWNER & PRINCIPAL

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    Certified Window Treatment Specialist • Certified Hunter Douglas Consultant • Soft Furnishings Designer

    Dana is the owner and principal of The Pinched Pleat. With a lifetime of fabrication and decorating experience, Dana is the creative force behind the company’s bespoke window treatments. Her impeccable eye for detail and quality has made her a go-to expert for custom window treatments, regularly serving renowned interior designers and homeowners nationwide.

    Dana's articles aim to empower readers to create beautiful soft furnishings that reflect their unique style. She shares her expertise, making stunning window treatments accessible and fun to design. Dana invites you to embark on her creative journey of transforming your spaces - one window at a time.

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    Alathea Wilson

    DESIGN CONSULTANT

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    Interior Design Student • Hunter Douglas Certified Consultant

    Alathea, a Design Consultant and Hunter Douglas Certified Consultant at The Pinched Pleat, is pursuing an Interior Design degree with a Business minor at Indiana University. As Dana's Design Assistant since August 2022, she has developed expertise in client and vendor communication, renderings, presentations, and product research.

    Alathea brings a fresh perspective to every project. She shares insights on the latest trends and practical tips for transforming homes with thoughtful window treatments, aiming to inspire readers with her unique position as both a student and industry professional.

  • Sasha Hostetter

    Sasha Hostetter

    DESIGN CONSULTANT

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    Hunter Douglas Certified Consultant

    Sasha, a Design Consultant at The Pinched Pleat, brings extensive expertise in the home furnishings industry, having built and managed a home décor and furniture boutique in Central Indiana. Her specialties include space planning, color theory, and accessory selections.

    With a background as a home seamstress, Sasha has a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for custom soft décor. Through her blog articles, she shares design insights, practical tips, and inspiration for creating spaces that feel beautiful and livable—showing readers how thoughtful window treatments and curated details can transform a home.