I saw these lists and just couldn't resist referring you to Deborah Ng's blog Simply Thrifty:
100 Things You Can Make Yourself  (includes things like how to make mayo, pesto (my favorite!), rootbeer, paper, and even couches!)
That was followed by 100 More Things You Can Make Yourself (shrinky dinks, weather station, and a log cabin are among the 100 things.)

She's got such great lists and cool ideas for being frugal and self-sufficient.  Check it out!