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• I commit to communicating clearly and openly with you. Should hiccups arise in the design-to-installation process, I will never present you with a problem without offering a solution.
I am delighted and honored that you're considering The Pinched Pleat for your window treatment or soft furnishings project. In 2021, I established The Pinched Pleat as an easily accessible source for well-made and custom-fit soft furnishings. Making your house feel like home with personalized soft decor is my aim. My commitment to you is a seamless design process in an intimidation-free Asenvironment.webeginthis journey, please keep my business philosophy in mind: Home design projects are exciting and thoroughly rewarding. Expect to be amazed and awed by the beauty of your own home, and don't be surprised if we are true friends by the end of your project. I can't wait to know you better and create beauty in your space.
Dana Newsom
FROM THE OWNER
• I will do everything humanly possible to ensure your project concludes with a product that inspires pride and will last for years to come.
• You are my primary focus whenever I am working on your project. No multi-tasking, no sidetracking. Just you. That's how I treat my clients.
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The Pinched Pleat is a full service custom window treatment and soft furnishings design firm and fabrication workroom. Our mission is to help Indiana homeowners, business owners, and design trade professionals personalize their spaces with high-quality, unique, and stylish furnishings.
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Do youdream of a space adorned with stylish drapes, crisp wood shutters, sleek roman shades, or colorful throw pillows but feel overwhelmed by all of the choices?
If so, the PinchedPleatcanrelieve you from the burdenof makingintimidating design decisions.Your searchfor the perfect furnishingsto fit your decor aesthetics and functional requirements will end. You will beam with decoratingpride and confidence. Youcan relax in style, knowing your money is well spent on quality goods that will add value to your property and last for years to come.
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PERSONALIZED PROCESS
You won't need to buy similar soft furnishings for a long, long time. Every item we fabricate includes the highest quality materials available, and we only employ gold standard fabrication techniques.
The Pinched Pleat is not your typical design firm or soft furnishings workroom. We're both, and more.
We understand that the design industry, especially the window treatment sector, is laden with obscure terms, acronyms, and "rules." Many consider the detail-oriented custom design process to be confusing and intimidating. Not with the Pinched Pleat! Ask any questions or raise any concerns, and we will hear you. You may even learn new design skills to apply in other areas of your home. Your next decorating project will be a breeze.
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You are unique, and so is your design style. We will closely listen, without judgment, as you describe your needs, likes, and dislikes. You will receive clear, honest, and consistent communication throughout the process. The only surprise you will encounter is how pleased you are with your final product.
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5 The Pinched Pleat helps you personalize your home by offering a comprehensive product portfolio and suite of services. o CUSTOM AND SEMI-CUSTOM DRAPES AND CURTAINS o CUSTOM THROW PILLOWS, CUSHIONS, LINENS, BEDDING + SHOWER CURTAINS o CUSTOM AND SEMI-CUSTOM ROMAN SHADES o CUSTOM VALANCES, CORNICES + FAUX ROMAN SHADES THE PRODUCT PORTFOLIO T H E P I N C H E D P L E A T . C O M
DRAPERIES DRAPERIES
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Draperies have the power to complete a room's decor. Alone or layered over another treatment, drapes provide a timeless yet dramatic finishing touch. Drapes can be sheer, unlined, lined, or blackout and can be operational or serve as decorative side panels. The Pinched Pleat offers fully custom and semi-custom drapes.
CUSTOM Choose from thousands of fabrics and hundreds of trim options. SEMI-CUSTOM Select a fabric from The Pinched Pleat's carefully curated collection of highquality fabrics and trims.
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No matter the style, roman shades are a timeless classic. The Pinched Pleat offers fully custom and semi-custom roman shades.
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Roman shades are modern and sophisticated window covering yet incredibly functional. Offering privacy from the outside world and insulation from extreme temperatures, they look fantastic in kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms.
ROMAN SHADES
Roman shades can be flat and crisp or full and romantic. In simple white linen, a roman shade looks clean and effortless. Or, a roman shade in a patterned fabric can lend toward unexpected whimsy.
ROMAN SHADES
TOP TREATMENTS
Top treatments include valances, cornices, and faux roman shades. Hand-crafted top treatments, displayed alone or with other window coverings, provide tasteful cohesion to your home’s decor.
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Largely regarded as the key to pulling a room together, decorative cushions and pillows provide eye-catching style and undeniable comfort for a relatively small investment. The Pinched Pleat offers throw pillows, bench cushions, and dog beds in various shapes and sizes.
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Finishing touches like these turn houses into homes.
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LINENS, BEDDING + SHOWER CURTAINS Custom table linens, bedding, and shower curtains provide a unique opportunity to express your design style. Table linens in any fabric, from burlap to silk, provide a festive addition to any event.
LINENS, BEDDING + SHOWER CURTAINS
Bedding custom-made for your mattress and to meet your tactile preferences can ease anxiety and promote rest. Shower curtains made with a fun patterned fabric add personality to an otherwise utilitarian space.
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From creating family room drapery and masterbathRoman shadesto finding the perfectwoven wood shades, we've got you covered - literally.
THE PROCESS
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Beautiful soft furnishings result from meticulous planning, sourcing, and measuring.
Designing new window treatments and other soft furnishings for your home can feel overwhelming without a guide. You will find yourself surrounded by hundreds of fabric patterns, unfamiliar designer jargon, and no idea where to start.
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Our process is stress-free and all-inclusive.
Our custom designs will set your home apart from friends and family who choose to shop at traditional retail stores for their home furnishings.
Rest assured that our goal is to make your soft furnishings projects easy, stress-free, and beautiful. When finished, your home will look complete, as our soft furnishings pull your aesthetic together in seamless unity.
We recognize that making interior design decisions is challenging, if not downright overwhelming. The options can seem endless. So, we will review your design needs and style preferences. We will take detailed measurements of your space to ensure your final design fits spatially and with existing home décor. If you already have a design idea or materials on hand, we are ready to make your vision a reality. Finally, we will discuss everyone's favorite topic: the budget. CONSULT site visit and measure 0
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CONTACT get to know you We'll chat about your project, desired time frame, and design vision. We'll determine if and how The Pinched Pleat can best be of service. If we are a good match, we will schedule a meet-up.
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The time between our consultation and the design presentation can takeone to four weeks, depending on the scope of your project. plan
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Back in the workroom, we will create several design plans. Using sophisticated software, we will prepare digital representations of our designs so you can easily envision our design for your home. We will gather all relevant samples to give you a tactile indication of our two-dimensional designs.
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At this stage, we will present you with our design plan. The plan will include to-scale renderings of our design recommendations, along with physical samples of fabric, hardware, and other relevant materials.
PRESENT design proposal
Soft furnishings are notoriously expensive, but pricing does not need to be complicated or obscure. You will receive a transparent, itemized proposal that includes all costs involved. We will conscientiously work to formulate a pricing plan that meets your design expectations and budget. You will have time to consider your preferences, and we can revise the design plan if necessary.
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The wait from your project's conception to completion can seem long. Why so long, you ask? Your products are custom manufactured to your window's exact measurements and seamlessly fit into youraesthetic.design
When you step into your transformed space, we promise you will appreciate the high return on your investment and a product that will stand the test of time.
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Now, you get to mark your calendar with your estimated installation date.
We will inform you of your project's progress and keep you abreast of any changes in your project's timeline.
Once you've approved the final design proposal and pricing, we will order from your vendor of choice or personally fabricate your furnishings. We kindly ask for a 50% deposit before construction begins, with the remaining portion due upon delivery or installation.
After fabrication, we thoroughly inspect all items and schedule a professional installation. Our professional installer will handle your furnishings with care and install them with precision. According to your preference, products that do not need installation can be hand-delivered or shipped. If you desire, we can decorate your home with your new items. You get to sit back and enjoy the beauty of your surroundings.
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