RE: Gluing question
The trouble is that it's not just an allergy issue -- the stuff has some real serious potential for long-term health effects (that are not allergy related) and it accumulates in your body.
Go to the Elmer's site and you can find the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)... no need to take the word of anybody here, the manufacturer lists the dangers.
Personally, I sometimes build a lot (way over a dozen planes a year when I'm in that mode) and I'm another convert to Aliphatics. I use Titebond II and have had excellent results with no fumes, poisons, or allegies. It's not the best way for most beginners (because of the extra care needed to keep things in alignment for an extended time while glue cures), but it is a great way to go.
Welcome aboard, Denny!