Looking through my sewing cabinet, I have some non-traditional tools that I use in my sewing.
Sharpie Markers: I use them in drafting patterns and marking my muslins. When I'm drafting a pattern I usually use a pencil or a colored pencil to mark my stitching lines. I use the sharpies to mark the grain line, pocket placement, and cutting lines. If I need to make changes to the pattern after it's been drafted, I make sure to use a different color to mark my new cutting lines.
Tagboard: When I get a pattern to the TNT (tried 'n true) point and I know I want to use it design other items I transfer my paper pattern to tagboard. I do this by taping the paper pattern to the tagboard and cut the pattern pieces (with my paper scissors), so when I want to do a redesign I can just trace around the tagboard pattern and there's no need to reinvent the wheel.
Scalpel: Works great for cutting open button holes, especially in waistbands.
Hammer & Nail: I make a lot of pants and I like to use tack buttons on them. They're stronger than regular sewn on buttons, but sometimes trying to poke the tack through 2-4 layers of fabric in the waistband can be kind of tough. I use the nail to make a small hole where I want the button to go, and then the hammer to pound the tack and button together. The hammer also comes in handy when adding grommets.
What kind of non-traditional tools do you have in your sewing arsenal?
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