Do you have a rod already? It really depends on the hardware you choose and where you set the brackets.
If you do get the 100" wide pair, that will allow you to set rod brackets about 3" out from the frame, a 4" return, and full closure with a 2" center overlap. I would get the 125" wide pair because I like to set my brackets at least 10" out from the frame so the drapes clear the window when they're open.
If you know how to sew, you could save some $$ and buy the rod pocket version & do your own pleating--it's so easy!

charley526, can you describe how to do pleating with the rod pocket version of the panel, please. I am very interested in this idea.

I did this recently for a client to help her save $$... I just took out all of the stitching at the top & pressed them carefully with steam. Then I turned the drape inside out to take a seam at the top edge to give it a clean finish. Turned right side out pressed flat. Then press back about 4 1/2 " and stitch in place. (I hand stitched it so it wouldn't show through the front) You don't even need buckram in the header, the layers are sturdy enough. From there you can pleat them any way you like. I like "Parisian Pleats". They are not so formal looking to me.

You need to find out whether the 100" width is the measurement at the top or the bottom. If they are measuring at the bottom, the top will be considerably less than 100".

It *should* be the top measurement, but you never know.

Definitely call and ask about the width. My friend has JCP 50" wide "Supreme" pinch pleat drapes & each panel is barely 25" across the top edge.

Hi Shee,

Can't wait to see your room complete! Be sure to double check with the supplier as to the width you would need. I found this review on those drapes and maybe it will help:

"These drapes are very nice. I love the feel and look. They drape beautifully and the color (I purchased the gold) matches my bedding perfectly. You will need to spend some time ironing, but they look really nice when they are hung. Also note the width stated is before pinch pleats (i.e., a 50" width is actually about 24" on the top at the pinch pleats and 50" at the floor). Just make the needed adjustments if you want to be able to pull the drapes completely closed."

Whoa! That would make a huge difference!

If I'm not mistaken, pinch pleats are usually sold in pairs, rather than by the single panel, so the width measurement given would be the width for a pair, at the narrowest point.

I think frankiesmom is correct. So 100" and 125" would be the width per panel at the base. If at all possible I would go into the store and meet with a WT salesperson and bring in your measurement of your window and trim. They should be able to tell you want size to order. That is what I did with mine in my MBR. I'd have to look up the paperwork but I think I ordered 125" for an 8' slider.

Are you going to hang on rings or on a traverse rod. If rings, be sure to order fling rods also so you can open/close without touching the drapes.

Shee - If you ever decide to pleat your own curtains as charley suggested, you'll be doing some math to figure out where the pleats go (how far apart), how many pleats, etc. Or you can buy pleat tape that has holes spaced evenly into which you insert pleater hooks. Much less math needed and less intricate sewing.

If you use 125 inch pleated curtains and only go 10 inches beyond the window frame, the stack when curtains are open will cover some of the window (you OK with that?) and when closed, they won't be taut along the top. Math again: 78+10+10+3 (return to the wall at the ends)+3+2 (center overlap) = 106 inches. Whichever width you get, you may want to temporarily hang one panel at an existing rod and see what the width is when open and allow that much for the width beyond the INSIDE of the frame (you want the frame covered when the curtains are open). The thickness of the fabric, lining and interlining will dictate how much width the curtains take up when open.

I'm sure your finished product will look amazing! So...we await pictures!

java

Thank you so much, charley.

Tannatonk - Whoa, I didn't see that with the review, thanks!

Ok, I'm confused. Franksmom said "the width measurement given would be the width for a pair, at the narrowest point"
Val said,"125" would be the width per panel at the base"

Is it per panel or per pair?

I'll talk with a salesperson this week and see what they say. My JCP is as about as helpful as Lowes so I'm not convinced they'll be much help. :)

Ramble alert..
I really need to figure out how far back I want to start. I know I said 10" but I feel bad because I have the metal cat bed in the corner and they ALWAYS sleep there. They seem to love it even more since I covered the foam piece with the extra red pillow sham that matches my coverlet. Anyhow, I'd like to keep that there and currently I have a small table and Christmas tree in that spot. The cat bed is in front of the window, which looks stupid, but I can deal with it for a few weeks. Closet door gets in the way so I can't pull whatever item is there out too far.
Not the best angle but you can kind of see the cat bed, closet door and the side of the curtains. - The bedskirt is back on now.
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My LR curtain brackets starts at 8" from the trim so I'm going to at least want it out that far and that will interfer with their little bed too so I guess I'll have to find another spot for it. Not sure where because I'm out of corners and don't want to use it elsewhere in the house.

Other quick update, I know I talked about a bench for in front of the window and then I'd move the chair from the other corner out of the room but after looking and measuring, I think I might feel it's too crowded in front of the window.

Well I'm glad to know I'm not the only one with spoiled cats! This is Frank:

He needs a bigger bed, but prefers that one, so I went ahead and made him a new cover to go with our bedroom linens.

Looking at the link to the curtains you're thinking about, it says they're sold in pairs. So, the 100" width would be for two panels (total), measured at the narrowest part- the top. Did you read all of the reviews on those? Some of them aren't so great. Is there a Target near you? I see they have some brown curtains on sale this week for $20 a panel.

Oh, and the JCPenney ctalogue that's just for window treatments has a ton of info in it on how to choose, measuring, hanging tips, etc. I keep one of those handy just for a reference. And it's free!

Franksmom, Oh, I love it! Frank is a cutie and that monogram bed is great!

Here's Mossimo in the bed before I put the red sham over the cushion.
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I just realized the curtains will interfer with the chair on the right too. Do you think it will look stupid to have the curtains behind the chair?
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*bedskirt is back on now.
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I bought my brown LR curtains from Target and was happy to find them at 96"L but lately I haven't seen any that length in the stores. ? I think I'm making this more difficult than it needs to be.

Mossimo is darling! And isn't it funny how particular they are about where they sleep? I moved Frank's bed out of the room and he just had a fit, so decor-friendly or not, that's where it goes!

How dark brown do you want? I see that Walmart sells a Canopy brand lined faux silk in 95" length for $20/panel. It's more of a milk chocolate color, though.

I've been all over the internet the last few days looking for curtains for that guest room. I've found _____. *sigh* I'm making a trip to Penney's tomorrow though, and will see what everything looks like in person. And I've talked myself into and out of every possible look. Pale green? Lime green? Prints? Prints with solids? Hot pink? Textured? Shiny? I have no idea, but I feel your pain over this whole curtain thing. And I want lined (we live in Texas) and washable (because of Frank and his siblings). It's enough to make you crazy! I may just buy one of each thing that I think might even possibly work and just hang them up to see for myself!

Shee - Pets always win out over design. Yours is gorgeous.

franksmom - Frank is obviously a prince - he has the bed to prove it.

Sometimes I think my place looks like it was decorated by PetSmart...

Be sure to take into account any finials you may be using so as not to interfere with bumping into the walls on either side.