I was on modern pedals. I used all 4 zipties but they parted(were cut; in pairs, twice) as soon as I set off. A toe strap would surely have worked.
Spurred by your comment I will do so 'in garage' experiments to see if can work out a lacing plan which 'works' though the failed freehub is long binned.
I was on modern (look) pedals as well, but luckily was using an old toe strap to keep my spare tube & tools under the saddle.