Innovation Station
Welcome to The Innovation Station
Located on the third floor at Main, The Innovation Station is a creative DIY space where makers like YOU can bring your ideas to life. Whether you're working on a personal project or collaborating with the community, we provide the space and technology—you bring the ideas and supplies! From crafting to coding, designing to building, this is the place to imagine, create, and innovate. Start your next project with us today!
Makers must be 12 or wiser to use the Innovation Station. Anyone younger than 11 or adults requiring extra support or assistance must be accompanied and monitored at all times by a guardian or caregiver over the age of 18. Call our team with questions at 847-424-5497.
Hours & Schedule
- Mondays & Wednesdays: 4 PM - 7:30 PM
- Sundays: 1PM - 4:30 PM.
Check out our monthly program schedule here. EPL will supply all the materials free of charge for the workshops scheduled in the Innovation Station. To request ADA accommodation for any programs or services please call (847) 866-2919.
Innovation Station Resources
3D Printer
A user-friendly 3D printer designed for ease of use, with features like predefined filament tension positions, removable magnetic build plates, and a built-in sensor that pauses the printer if your filament runs out. Experience the TAZ Workhorse+'s hassle-free operation, perfect for delivering top-notch printing performance print job after print job. To submit a 3D print request go here.
Brother Embroidery Machine
Take your sewing and embroidery skills to the next level with the Brother SE700 computerized sewing and embroidery machine. Equipped with a generous workspace and a stylish yet modern cosmetic, the SE700 has 135 built-in embroidery designs, 10 built-in embroidery fonts, over 103 built-in sewing stitches, and 10 styles of one-step auto-size buttonholes. In addition, the SE700 has a sharp 3.2 x 1.8” LCD display that allows for easy on-screen editing for all your DIY projects.
Brother Serger Machine
The Brother 1634DX Serger makes it easy to create a professional finish touch to your home décor and creative fashion sewing. Expand your creative options with the 1634DX and easily finish edges and hems on a wide range of fabrics. This serger allows you easily create ruffles, decorative edges, and gathers, and use decorative threads for custom details. This serger works with either 3 or 4 threads, for added flexibility. Get professional speed, with the ability to sew up to 1,300 stitches per minute.
Button Maker
Make an instant button with our handy 1 1/2" button making machine. Whether you want to make a few buttons for a birthday party, distribute buttons to support a cause or just because, we’ve got you covered.
Cricut Maker
Cricut Maker is the original smart cutting machine for creating everything from paper crafts to custom apparel, wood signs, and so much more. No design experience required. Works with the free Design Space® app.
Glowforge
Maximize your productivity with high-quality, precision prints. Glowforge Pro HD and Plus HD are our fastest lasers ever, made to meet the pace of modern business so you can continue to innovate, scale, and lead in your industry.
Singer Sewing Machine
The SINGER Start 1304 is the perfect sewing machine for beginners, sewists-on-the go, and simple sewing or mending projects. With its lightweight and portable design, along with ease-of-use features, it’s no wonder why this creative sidekick is a customer favorite! The SINGER Start1304 has 57 stitch applications, providing essential sewing techniques to get your projects finished faster.
