... and can make Wand equivalents, but with as many charges as you want. Legally. No back-story b.s. either.
(edit) --- Solo said No ... I've some details.
Mending says: The spell can repair a magic item, but the item’s magical abilities are not restored. The spell cannot mend broken magic rods, staffs, or wands,
Make Whole references Mending.
Say a Gnome Arty's fancy item is Sundered. Make Whole could fix the item, but not charge it.
edit 2 ... I wonder if a Gnome Arty can be used as an oddball + late entry into Shadowcraft goodies ??