Rotary cutter, mat, rulers, scissors, snips, SEAM RIPPER, extra pair of reading glasses to act as magnifiers, magnetic pin "cushion",
I discovered a new use for my magnetic pin holder. I dropped a needle while sitting in my recliner sewing a hem. The holder is a magnetic tool holder bowl that I got from Harbor Freight. What I generally do is stand up, shake out my dress and then search the floor for my needle. WELL, that very strong magnet sucked up the needle from where ever it landed and saved me 15 minutes of searching the floor.
Also vital for hand sewing---------------fabric softener sheets!