Unlock The Secrets of Custom Soft Home Decor
Soft Furnishings Blog
We believe your windows deserve more than just a view—they deserve to reflect your unique style and personality. Our passion is helping you create custom window treatments that elevate every room and make your home truly yours.
Our Mission:
Empower your inner designer and see how effortless it can be to achieve stunning, personalized window treatments. We’re here to inspire, guide, and support you every step of the way as you transform your windows into works of art.
How Drapes Enhance Your Quality of Life Beyond Mere Decoration
If you’ve ever wondered why drapes are a staple in well-designed homes, this blog post is for you. Drapes are more than just decorative accents; they are vital in creating comfortable, private, and productive living spaces. From controlling light and temperature to reducing noise and enhancing security, drapes offer many benefits beyond aesthetics. This post dives into the essential functions of drapes and how they can elevate your home’s comfort, functionality, and even property value. Whether you’re looking to create a cozy retreat, boost your productivity, or simply enhance the overall appeal of your space, you’ll discover why drapes are an indispensable element of any well-appointed home.
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.
Custom to Ready Made: Your Complete Guide to Window Treatment Buying Options
Custom, semi-custom, and ready-made window treatments offer different levels of quality, personalization, and cost to meet various consumer needs. By understanding the differences between these options, you can make an informed decision that brings your vision to life without compromising style or quality. Explore the possibilities and elevate your home with window treatments that reflect your taste and lifestyle.
Customize Your Space: Discover the World of Drapery Options
Collaborating with a custom workroom, such as The Pinched Pleat, allows you to select from a wide range of styles, fabrics, and dimensions and explore every possibility in drapery design.
What Are Custom Window Treatments?
Gain further insight into design freedom and the personalized process of custom window treatments, specifically from our design specialists. Homeowners enjoy complete control over fabric size, functionality, and decorative elements, ensuring a unique and high-quality outcome with expert guidance.
The Process of Purchasing Custom Window Treatments from Design to Installation
Get a detailed breakdown of the process for crafting custom window treatments and creating an exceptional client experience with The Pinched Pleat. Discover how to nurture your individuality and confidently express your style through unique window treatments!
The Process of Fabricating Soft Window Treatments
Going to a specialist for window treatment fabrication opens up a world of opportunities you may otherwise have known nothing about. Keep reading to learn more about our design-to-installation process and fabrication timelines for soft window treatments, such as draperies and Roman shades.
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. -

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.








