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   starzoe | Sep 17, 2009 07:00pm | #1

   The method you use to insert the sleeve will make no difference with the circumference of the armscye. Flat insertion is usually meant for something with either a knit or with a pattern that has a dropped sleeve. I would think your pattern has gathers in the head and is a set-in sleeve, not a dropped shoulder.

   That is not to say that you cannot use the flat method; try it and see if it works and a I say above, it will not affect the shape of the armscye but would probably be a little more difficult to negotiate the curves.

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   Kbrane | Sep 18, 2009 07:17pm | #2

   So far, I've put in all my sleeves using the flat method. I love it, it's easy, and it works! The last dress I made for myself had chiffon unlined sleeves that were gathered at the shoulder and looked "set in" but I still used the flat method. But like the previous post said, it won't change the size or shape of the armscye--just allow it to fit on your machine! :)

   Kari