Finding the straight of grain
 

This is basically how I find the straight of grain in my fabrics.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_euef3T7b8

I haven't seen this described or posted here before, so thought I'd share. It works beautifully.

It sure can't hurt to try it this way. I have way to much trouble. I think its lined up and when I go to cut its wonky.