This chart will help you determine the number of strands of embroidery floss to use on Aida or evenweave fabric when cross stitching.
| FABRIC COUNT |
NUMBER OF STRANDS |
| 11 |
3 |
| 14 |
2 or 3 |
| 16 |
2 |
| 18 |
1 0r 2 |
| 28 (over 2 threads) |
2 |
| 32 (over 2 threads) |
1 0r 2 |
| 36 (over 2 threads) |
1 |