Burns casino crafting

First of all please keep all questions inside the Q&A thread to reduce clutter on the first page.

My personal opinion is to craft the items then start upgrading to the next level, this way you get Clubcard points sooner.
I don't think either tier is better than the other one, just upgrade as each one allows you to.
I think the other crafting currencies unlock with the next acts but haven't been able to find any confirmation of this. Although you can be lucky and earn them through daily challenge rewards.