I use the freezer paper method, but I don't sew through the paper, I just press it back and stitch next to the fold. The pressing the fabric to the paper holds it very well and this way I can reuse the paper several times before I need to make a new piece.If you precut your fabric withabout 1 1/2 x the seam width, you have a lot less fabric waste. You just trim down small amounts as you cut your 1/4 inch seams and you always know you have enough to cover what you need.