I am a terribly OCD person! When I took up counted cross stitch, I became quite frustrated with keeping track of the thread provided in kits. I devised a method that has made my OCD just disappear and would like to share! I use skinny CD plastic cases (clear), put a strip of magnetic tape on inside top lid, put in a needle for each case. I then copy the printed code sheet and cut out the color number/symbol code and tape on the top of each case. Then I put each color into its own case along with a threaded needle. I use a large box that is then divided down the middle with one of those expandable drawer dividers. The CD cases are then numerically placed, with dividers, on one side, and all my other supplies are on the other side. Now, when I am working on a piece, all I need to do is to pick my case with the correct thread, use it, then replace the needle back into the case with any remaining thread and go on to the next color. Results: Less wasted thread, less wasted time threading needles, less frustration with tangled thread, and a neat box to just pick up and take with when I am travelling. ENJOY! When I finish a project, I file these cases away, picking out the ones I need for my new project and replace them into the box to start over! A little bit of spent money and time to organize, but a great time saver while working on the project and a whole lot less frustration!