Same problem here. Using catalyst 4.12 drivers with a 9600 XT. I can tell you exactly what occurs and when.
Log in ensure I am in 3rd person view.
open dialog with Oven and select the item to create and hit create
Open EQ2 Crafter
Hit config and place square on coal
hit start crafting (learning phase) where the cursor slides to begin
At first event game crashes
When I log back in I find myself in First person view. If I try to do the learning phase in First person the game crashes immediately after clicking begin.
All my settings are per your guide and well, opsy keeps crashing.
Maybe this info will help you a bit more than just IT'S BROKE!
hehe thanks for the work.