DMC – The Water-Lily Pond Cross Stitch Kit by Claude Monet – Expert by DMC
The The Water-Lily Pond Cross Stitch Kit from the DMC National Gallery Collection recreates Claude Monet’s iconic Impressionist masterpiece,capturing the serene atmosphere of Monet’s famous water garden of his famous water garden at Giverny through the art of embroidery.
This expert-level cross stitch design reflects Monet’s fascination with light, colour, and nature, reproducing the delicate reflections, lush vegetation, and harmonious tones of one of his most celebrated works. A refined project for experienced stitchers, it combines the beauty of fine art with traditional embroidery, creating an elegant handmade piece suitable for framing and display.
Developed in collaboration with The National Gallery, London, this kit includes DMC Mouliné Spécial® Six-Strand Embroidery Floss, carefully selected to reproduce the subtle colour variations and luminous effects of Monet’s original painting.
The design is stitched on Aida 5.5 fabric (14 count), providing a precise and even structure for detailed cross stitch work.
Kit Contents:
- Aida fabric 5.5 pts/cm (14 count) – 100% cotton
- Fabric size: approx. 44 × 46 cm
- Finished embroidery size: approx. 30 × 28.7 cm
- DMC Mouliné Spécial® Six-Strand Embroidery Floss – approx. 122 m of thread
- 1 Cross stitch needle
- Detailed cross stitch chart
- Full instructions
Level: Expert
Technique: Cross Stitch
Brand: DMC
Collection: National Gallery Collection
Artwork: The Water-Lily Pond by Claude Monet
Collaboration: The National Gallery, London
Fabric: Aida 100% cotton – 14 count (5.5 stitches/cm)
Made in: France
Care Instructions: DMC Mouliné Spécial® threads are colourfast and designed to maintain their brightness. Hand wash the finished embroidery gently with mild soap, remove excess water by rolling it in a clean towel, and lay flat to dry. Iron on the reverse side using the recommended temperature for cotton fabrics.
Tips: This Impressionist design requires patience and precision. Work in good lighting and maintain even fabric tension to achieve clean, regular stitches. Follow the colour chart carefully to reproduce Monet’s subtle transitions of colour, reflections, and the peaceful atmosphere of his celebrated water garden.
