Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Experience the luminous tranquility of American Impressionism with Calm Morning by Frank W. Benson, now transformed into a beautiful full-coverage cross stitch pattern from Serenity Stitchworks. Painted in 1904, this serene coastal scene captures children drifting quietly in a small rowboat beneath soft morning light, surrounded by shimmering blue water and distant sailboats gliding across the horizon.
Frank Weston Benson was one of the leading figures of American Impressionism and became especially celebrated for his masterful depictions of sunlight, water, and leisurely coastal life in New England. His paintings often explored fleeting moments of family life and outdoor recreation, filled with radiant atmosphere and subtle color harmonies. In Calm Morning, Benson uses delicate brushwork and luminous blues to create an extraordinary sense of stillness, warmth, and peaceful reflection.
The sparkling water, glowing white clothing, and gentle nautical atmosphere translate beautifully into cross stitch, creating a project filled with light, movement, and painterly depth. The composition’s soft reflections and expansive seascape make this an especially rewarding design for stitchers who appreciate coastal art, Impressionism, and tranquil summer imagery.
This museum-quality cross-stitch pattern has been carefully charted to preserve the subtle tonal transitions, luminous color palette, and atmospheric beauty of the original artwork.
The original painting is part of the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
Perfect for admirers of American Impressionism, coastal artwork, nautical scenes, and museum-quality artistic cross-stitch designs, Calm Morning brings peaceful seaside beauty and timeless elegance to your stitching collection.
- This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
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Design Size:
269w x 324h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 19.21 x 23.14 inches - 488mm x 588mm
18 count: 14.94 x 18.00 inches - 380mm x 457mm
20 count: 13.45 x 16.20 inches - 342mm x 411mm
22 count: 12.23 x 14.73 inches - 311mm x 374mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 78 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
