Regular and Large print chart included
PatternKeeper compatible
Capture the elegance and atmosphere of Impressionist ballet scenes with The Ballet Class Cross Stitch Pattern, inspired by the iconic masterpiece by Edgar Degas. The original artwork resides in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.
Known for his extraordinary studies of dancers and movement, Degas transformed rehearsal studios and backstage moments into some of the most celebrated works of French Impressionism. In The Ballet Class, young dancers gather beneath soft studio light as they practice, stretch, and wait for instruction, creating a scene filled with grace, realism, and quiet rhythm.
Rather than portraying theatrical perfection, Degas focused on candid observation and natural movement. Subtle gestures, flowing tutus, and carefully balanced composition combine to create a painting rich with atmosphere and artistic sophistication.
Soft pastel tones, painterly textures, and elegant movement translate beautifully into cross stitch, resulting in a timeless and visually captivating finished piece.
This museum-quality, full-coverage cross stitch pattern carefully captures Degas’s luminous palette, delicate detail, and Impressionist atmosphere in thread.
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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Advanced cross stitch instructions and a floss amount conversion chart are included in the pattern.
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Design Size:
329w x 382h stitches
Types of Stitches:
Full stitches only, no half or quarter stitches, no backstitching
Level of Difficulty:
Advanced
Sewn Design Size:
14 count: 23.50 x 27.29 inches - 597mm x 693mm
18 count: 18.28 x 21.22 inches - 464mm x 539mm
20 count: 16.45 x 19.10 inches - 418mm x 485mm
22 count: 14.95 x 17.36 inches - 380mm x 441mm
Fabric size necessary for design:
Add six inches to both length and width (3" on each side)
Number of floss colors in the design: 69 (DMC cotton floss) No blended colors.
