Originally Posted by NJ Quilter

This is mostly what I do as well. However, I also kind of wiggle the selvage edges together until the folded piece is straight with no 'bubbles'. Lay flat and press again for a sharp crease on the fold. Cut one end and then flip to measure from that side. I find this works to get rid of the dreaded 'v' in the fold when cutting strips. Shown to me by a superb quilter at my LQS.