I make my own chatter baits and jigs and about to start making some buzz baits and spinner baits. I make them because I enjoy making them and I can make them any colors I want to try. And not counting the time it takes, it is a whole lot cheaper and I can tune them how ever I want to.
Same here. Been doing it for years. I'm very picky about my spinnerbaits.
For skirts I buy bulk rubber and cut it as needed. Much less expensive and I can make the colors I prefer.