It's happened dozens of times: you stray from the straight line and end up with a lopsided hem or extra wrapping paper. Consider your cuts forever straight with the guiding help of these craft department-worthy scissors.

$12.99, thinkgeek.com

Only for the most serious of sewers, classic machine company Husqvarna's Designer series includes digital touch-screen precision, incredible embroidery capability, and more than 800 stitch options.

$5,999, husqvarnaviking.com

Cut, emboss, and create beautifully designed paper materials with Cricut's handy little rolling machine that allows use of all of your existing dies and more.

$69.99, cricut.com

This is the app for the avid knitter. Keep track of you rows and patterns with a quick click to tally. Never worry about losing count if you're interrupted or the doorbell rings. Just tap the screen to keep count, and you'll know exactly where you left off.

Free, itunes.apple.com

Whether you're looking for the right shade to reupholster your couch or a hue for your latest dress pattern, Color Expert provides the perfect way to flip through swatches and visually test out the new look. Snap a photo and watch this app create a preview.

$9.99,  itunes.apple.com

A literal quilt library, BlockFab allows you to brows through block patterns and layouts, and then help you to determine exactly how much fabric you need to complete your chosen quilt.

Free, itunes.apple.com

Like an archive for your fabrics, this little record keeper helps you organize every swatch or bolt you own, and even helps you match old fabrics in case you need to make repairs. Log the fabrics by color, manufacturer, and style.

$4.99, itunes.apple.com

With more than 100 egg designs, this app will tempt you to celebrate Easter every month. Learn how to embellish eggs with lace or monograms, and create beautiful swirl and spatter patterns to delight the kids when they go hunting.

$0.99,  iTunes.apple.com