Mine aren't the same as yours, but they are my saving instruments. Needle nose plers, straight and bent nose sit right beside my sewing machine. A tiny rachet set (found by my husband) means I don't have to call him to get my bobbin plate off. All my scissors are spring loaded. Gardening gloves (tight fitting and with little rubbery bumps) are a must... I simply can't grip well enough to manipulate fabric without them. My cutting ruler has a handle that is wide and lets me push down and cut w/o risk to myself. If I am quilting a full size quilt DH helps me manipulate the "roll".
Carry on! We can overcome!!!!