Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago
Whitney and Jenni each sewed the Seamwork Reed dress—but in two completely different cotton fabrics—to see how fabric choice changes the final garment. In this video, we compare cotton sateen vs. double gauze, share the pattern adjustments we made, and talk about the fit and sewing process. If you’re planning summer sewing projects, this simple shift dress might be the perfect pattern for bold prints and warm-weather wardrobes.
Blog: tomkatstitchery.com/blog/seamwork-reed-review
Today’s Love Notion Feature Friday pattern is the Glissandos and is $6 today (3/6/26) only! Use code SEWWHITNEY for an additional 10% off a purchase over $8*: lovenotions.com/product/glissando?affiliates=436
Join me at the Fabric and Fiber Fest where I’ll be teaching 3 different classes!: fiberfabriccraft.com/classes-events
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Seamwork Reed Dress*: colettemedia.pxf.io/mOL9nD
Cotton Gauze (similar): thefrenchseam.com/shop/Fashion-Fabrics/Cotton-Double-Gauze/p/Fuccra-Rakuen-by-Nani-Iro---Cotton-Double-Gauze---KOKKA-Fabrics--KOKEGX-11090-1-B-x63324633.htm
Cotton Sateen no longer available
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What I’m wearing:
Cashmerette Brookhaven Polo*: cashmerette.com/products/brookhaven-sweatshirt-pdf-pattern?sca_ref=8985988.kFKFMtQ8ZA
RTW Jeans
Lipstick: Ilia Color Block Lipstick in Cinnabar
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For reference: I am 5’2” and my measurements are as follows, upper bust 36”, full bust 40”, waist 33”, hip 40”
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Whitney and Jenni each sewed the Seamwork Reed dress—but in two completely different cotton fabrics—to see how fabric choice changes the final garment. In this video, we compare cotton sateen vs. double gauze, share the pattern adjustments we made, and talk about the fit and sewing process. If you’re planning summer sewing projects, this simple shift dress might be the perfect pattern for bold prints and warm-weather wardrobes.
Blog: tomkatstitchery.com/blog/seamwork-reed-review
Today’s Love Notion Feature Friday pattern is the Glissandos and is $6 today (3/6/26) only! Use code SEWWHITNEY for an additional 10% off a purchase over $8*: lovenotions.com/product/glissando?affiliates=436
Join me at the Fabric and Fiber Fest where I’ll be teaching 3 different classes!: fiberfabriccraft.com/classes-events
Get 50% off Seamwork’s Unlimited membership here*: colettemedia.pxf.io/vPnR13
Seamwork Reed Dress*: colettemedia.pxf.io/mOL9nD
Cotton Gauze (similar): thefrenchseam.com/shop/Fashion-Fabrics/Cotton-Double-Gauze/p/Fuccra-Rakuen-by-Nani-Iro---Cotton-Double-Gauze---KOKKA-Fabrics--KOKEGX-11090-1-B-x63324633.htm
Cotton Sateen no longer available
*affiliate link
What I’m wearing:
Cashmerette Brookhaven Polo*: cashmerette.com/products/brookhaven-sweatshirt-pdf-pattern?sca_ref=8985988.kFKFMtQ8ZA
RTW Jeans
Lipstick: Ilia Color Block Lipstick in Cinnabar
If you are so inclined, you can help to support the channel by using the tip jar below this video. By clicking the “Thanks” button below the video, you can add to our tip jar. This money helps us continue to improve the channel for your viewing pleasure! Thank you!
Website: tomkatstitchery.com
Sign up for the newsletter here: tomkatstitchery.com/newsletter
Contact me: tomkatstitchery.com/contact
My Recommended Resources: tomkatstitchery.com/resources
Instagram: instagram.com/tomkat.stitchery
Facebook: facebook.com/tomkatstitcherycarmel
Pinterest: pinterest.com/tomkatstitchery
For reference: I am 5’2” and my measurements are as follows, upper bust 36”, full bust 40”, waist 33”, hip 40”
Join this channel to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCyze3rUDxYJSQigBwigZGwQ/join
