Thread on bobbins, spools
Sewing notions
Pens, pencils
Tape measure
Extra 'dime store' eyeglasses in sewing basket
Twist ties for reuse in kitchen foil, wax paper, baggie drawer
Loose return address labels
Hot glue sticks
Stuff folded electrical cord to popcorn popper inside
Odds & ends in purse (nail clippers, lipstick, etc)
Loose tea, also tea in bags
Q-Tips in bathroom on counter
Bulk spices from health food store
Ask me sometime about clothespins - they have many, many uses in my home LOL