A couple of years ago I wrote a blog on how to grid cross stitch fabric to make stitching easier. In fact, I can't stitch without gridding. It makes it a lot easier to count and prevents mistakes. It is especially useful on evenweave fabric, although I need a magnifying glass to make sure I get the rows right. I always use a thread color for gridding that contrasts with the fabric. This is done with regular sewing thread, by the way, and not floss. After you're done stitching, the threads pull right out.
Well, 1-2-3 Stitch (www.123Stitch.com) carries a product that makes gridding easier. It is called Easy Count Guideline and runs for $7.83. It looks like the grid can be inserted without a needle, and appears heavier than the plain sewing thread that I use for gridding. I haven't tried this product, but it does look useful.
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