Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Explore the bold color and emotional intensity of American modernism with May Moon – Surprise Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by the expressive work of Oscar Bluemner.
Known for his vivid color palettes and emotionally charged landscapes, Bluemner transformed ordinary scenes into vibrant, dreamlike compositions filled with movement and atmosphere. In May Moon – Surprise, glowing architectural forms and dramatic color contrasts create a striking nocturnal scene illuminated beneath a radiant moonlit sky.
Bluemner’s distinctive style blends elements of Expressionism and modernist abstraction, using saturated reds, blues, and greens to evoke mood rather than strict realism. The painting’s strong geometry and luminous color relationships translate beautifully into cross stitch, creating a project rich with visual energy and artistic character.
This museum-quality, full-coverage cross stitch pattern carefully captures Bluemner’s expressive brushwork, vivid palette, and architectural structure in thread, resulting in a bold and gallery-worthy finished piece.
- This chart is available in two formats - regular and large print. Once you make your purchase you will have access to both.
- Available for immediate download in pdf format.
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- Advanced cross stitch instructions and a floss amount conversion chart are included in the pattern.
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Design Size:
216w x 160h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Intermediate
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 15.43 x 11.43 inches - 392mm x 290mm
18 count: 12.00 x 8.89 inches - 305mm x 226mm
20 count: 10.80 x 8.00 inches - 274mm x 203mm
22 count: 9.82 x 7.27 inches - 249mm x 185mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 30 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
