Use the Makerspace
STC Creative
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
Dremel 3D Printer
- Accepts a variety of filament type
- Maximum build depth 10”, height 6.7”, width 6”
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
Prusa 3D Printer
- Accepts a variety of filament types
- Maximum build depth 9.8″, height 8.3″, width 8.3″
- The Prusa 3D Printer is operated by Technology Help Desk staff
Glowforge 3D Laser Printer
- 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
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
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
Cricut
- Cut hundreds of materials accurately
- Markers and scoring stylus are also available
- For use with Cricut Design Space
28” Vevor Vinyl Cutter
- Large-format vinyl cutting machine for creating vinyl decals
- Able to import custom artwork, your own fonts and custom drawn shapes
- For use with SIGNMASTER Cut Basic software
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
VEVOR Heat Press
- Transfer images onto hats, t-shirts, fabric, ceramic plates, mugs, tiles and more
Linoleum Cutters
- Ideal for carving linoleum and other hard and soft substrates
- Assorted sizes: #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 lino cutters
Screen Printing Frames
- 8″ by 10″ wood silk screen frames
- 6″ by 8″ wood silk screen frames
- Squeegees
Travor Photo Studio Light Box
- Dimmable lights
- Four backdrops: black, white, red, blue
- Multiple photo shooting positions
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
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