Each pleat is approximately 1/8" wide and 9"inches long. With the Pretty Pleat pleater, you can pleat fabrics in a variety of ways for miniature curtains, draperies, bed ruffles, table skirts and doll clothes...even to make wavy doll hair!!! The Pleater comes in three different sizes ... we think you'll want all three! Complete instructions are included. This versatile pleater is made from a natural hard rubber which is not affected by heat or steam from your iron. It can be kept clean with an occasional washing with water and soap. The actual pleater measures 9"inches X 10 1/2" Approximately 7 1/2 pleats per inch. Designed for making draperies and bedding etc...for the 1:12 and 1:24 scale dollhouse miniature setting