3D Variable Patterning

Hi All, 

I have quite a broad question; I hope that some of you can help. I am trying to create the pattern you see with the gradient into a 3D 'Pillowed version'. An example of which can be seen in the white mesh. I'm using Weaverbird to try and achieve this is this correct if so how would I go about it could someone build an example I would greatly appreciate it!

Eventually I would like to create the copper finished lipstick tube you see attached. How would I turn the Pillowed 3D pattern into a product surface?