I have tossed a coin and decided to become a Miner/Skinner and I have to say I have never been happier with the outcome. The combo is meant strictly to make profit but there are so many benefical results from doing so. I am trying something that I haven't seen done often (if I am mistaked please correct me) I am a wandering merchant who sells or trades my goods to those in major towns that aren't near IF. People seem to enjoy the convience and so long as the prices are fair you can make quick coin while pleasing many players.
If you like keeping the economy thriving this is the way to go - you get both quick profit and sure buys from the AH. Keep the prices fair but not so low that you kill the market and you will make enough money that you can buy things other people made which in turn helps everyone. I have made so many new friends from this system that it increased the gameplay value ten fold.
It's fun to collect things, help other people, and come on how good does it feel to see that little enevelope appear? Its a win win for everyone.