Like any needlework, cross stitch uses a few supplies such as the cloth, needle, thread and scissors. There are two main types of cloth used in cross stitching, the most common of which is called Aida. The most popular type is 14-count which has 14 x 14 holes per inch. Stitches are worked over one block of fabric, which matches to one block on the graph. The other cloth is called Evenweave fabric, an example of which is linen. 28-count linen give the same size completed design as 14-count Aida as stitches made on Evenweave are stitched over two threads of fabric. Advanced crafters can use different cloths as well from clothing, bedding and even curtains. The thread used in cross stitch ranges from cotton, to wool to silk threads. They come in diffrent colours and textures to choose from.