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DIY for lifestyle and livelihood

Broadcast: Midmorning, 06/25/2010, 9:06 a.m.

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The term "do-it-yourself" used be the purview of home repair gurus or a subculture of crafty trendsetters. But the Internet and the recession have inspired more DIY-ers to make things for entertainment and profit.

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  • Mark Frauenfelder: Editor of Make magazine, his new book is called "Made by Hand: Searching for Meaning in a Throwaway World." He is also the editor-in-chief of the popular blog BoingBoing.net.
  • Eric Wilhelm: CEO of Instructables.com

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