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Should we stop gatekeeping “real” DIY—is a $10 glue gun project just as valid as hand-cut dovetails?
With rising material costs and a growing maker culture, the DIY community is debating whether expensive tools and traditional skills should define 'real' craftsmanship. Cast your vote on whether a $10 glue gun project deserves the same respect as hand-cut dovetails.
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