Meet the Pleat
The Designer's Guide to Selecting the Perfect Drapery Pleat
Learn the differences between today's most popular pleats, discover when each style works best, and confidently specify custom drapery for every project.
What You'll Learn
✓ Understand the most popular drapery pleats
✓ Learn the difference between Pinch Pleats, Tack Top Pleats, Ripplefold, and the exclusive Ripplebox Pleat
✓ Discover which pleats work best for different fabrics and window sizes
✓ Learn how fullness affects the finished appearance
✓ See dozens of real project examples
✓ Gain confidence when specifying custom drapery
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"Karen's years of experience help demystify the language of custom window treatments, giving designers the confidence to understand the terminology, communicate with workrooms, and make informed design decisions."
— Custom Drapery Designer
MEET Karen
Karen Lander is a Certified Window Treatment Designer, fabricator, and educator with decades of experience helping interior designers create beautiful, functional custom window treatments. Through Drapery Design, she shares practical knowledge rarely taught in traditional design education.