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STC Creative is a do-it-yourself Makerspace and Sound Studio. We provide the tools; you bring your creativity. From traditional crafts to new and emerging technologies, we offer space, tools, equipment, and technology to help the St. Charles community bring creations to life.

 

STC Creative is open by appointment only. Please call 630-584-0076, ext. 208 to make a 2-hour reservation to use the space, equipment, and technology. Most tools are free to use. Some craft supplies are available for purchase and you are also welcomed to bring your own materials. STC Creative is available for St. Charles Public Library card holders and D303 teachers and staff.

 

 

STC Sound Studio

  • All-in-one solution for podcasting
  • Four microphone inputs for recording audio
  • Smartphone, USB, and Bluetooth channels for integrating remote guests
  • Audacity recording software
  • Eight sound pads for triggering music and effects
  • Acoustic tiles assist with the audio atmosphere of the room.

 

 

 

STC Makerspace

Bambu P1S and X1-Carbon 3D printers

Bambu Labs 3D Printers: P1S and X1-Carbon

  • Accepts a variety of filament type
  • Maximum build depth 9.8″ x 9.8″ x 9.8″

 

 

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ELEGOO Mars 3D Resin Printer

  • UV Photocuring 3D Resin printer
  • Build Volume: depth 5.08”, width 3.15”, height 6.30”
  • The ELEGOO 3D printer is operated by Technology Help Desk staff
Submit a 3D print request
xTOOL C02 laser cutter and engraver

xTOOL CO2 Laser Cutter and Engraber

  • Cut, engrave and shape designs from a variety of materials
  • Compatible file types: PDF, SVG, JPG, PNG, DXF
  • Requires an in-person orientation before use
Schedule An Orientation
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AccuQuilt Fabric Cutter

  • Cuts up to six layers of cotton fabric at once
  • Dies for creating 6″ and 8″ finished blocks
  • Choose from a collection of over 70 block patterns
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Brother ScanNCut

  • Cleanly cuts materials such as cardstock, felt, fabric and foam (up to 3MM thick)
  • Includes a collection of ready-set designs and a built-in scanner
  • For use with Brother Canvas Workspace
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Cricut

  • Cut hundreds of materials accurately
  • Markers and scoring stylus are also available
  • For use with Cricut Design Space
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Sublimation Printer

  • Print your design in color sublimation ink onto heat transfer paper
  • Transfer your design to a variety of surfaces using the heat press
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HPN CraftPro 15″ x 15″ Clamshell Heat Press

  • Transfer images onto hats, t-shirts, fabric, ceramic plates, mugs, tiles and more
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Small and Large Button Maker

  • 1” and 2.25” manual operation button makers
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Linoleum Cutters

  • Ideal for carving linoleum and other hard and soft substrates
  • Assorted sizes: #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 lino cutters
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Screen Printing Frames

  • 8″ by 10″ wood silk screen frames
  • 6″ by 8″ wood silk screen frames
  • Squeegees
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Travor Photo Studio Light Box

  • Dimmable lights
  • Four backdrops: black, white, red, blue
  • Multiple photo shooting positions
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Xyron Creative Station

  • All-in-one adhesive, magnet, lamination machine
  • This non-electric machine has no warm-up time
  • Can be used with a variety of materials up to 9” wide
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RODECasterPro Mixing Console

  • All-in-one solution for podcasting
  • Four microphone inputs for recording audio
  • Smartphone, USB, and Bluetooth channels for integrating remote guests
  • Eight sound pads for triggering music and effects
Watch tutorial