Where Creativity Lives.
Learn something new. Create something meaningful. Celebrate differently.
Josie Mae Creative Lab is a hands-on creative studio in Matteson, Illinois, where ideas become experiences.
Whether you're ready to learn a new skill, build something of your own, or celebrate with the people you love — there's a place for you here.
Don't just learn it. Do it.
Our small-group courses combine guided instruction, hands-on implementation and personal support to help you turn what you've been thinking about into something real.
Press Start
Start Your T-Shirt Business
Learn how to create, price, produce and sell custom apparel.
JMAI Academy
From AI-Curious to AI-Confident
Learn how to use AI confidently for work, business and creativity.
Create It
Create Your Own Album
Take your musical idea from concept to a finished AI-assisted album.
Publish It
Bring Your Book to Life
Learn the process of turning your idea or manuscript into a published book.
Create. Celebrate. Connect.
This isn't your typical party.
Gather your favorite people and create something you'll actually be excited to take home.
Your experience includes guided creative instruction, supplies and materials, refreshments and private time together at Josie Mae Creative Lab.
Private Experiences — $90 per person
Skip the ordinary holiday party.
This year, gather your friends, family, coworkers, church group or organization for a private creative holiday experience at Josie Mae Creative Lab.
Create. Laugh. Sip. Celebrate.
And everyone goes home with something they made.
Holiday Parties Now Booking — November & December
Choose Your Creative Experience
Your private event can be built around experiences such as:
Custom Apparel
Create something you can wear.
Totes & Accessories
Design something uniquely yours.
Mugs & Drinkware
Create a personalized keepsake.
AI-Powered Art
Turn your imagination into something tangible.
Personalized Music
Explore creativity through sound.
Seasonal Creations
Celebrate holidays and special occasions creatively.
This Isn't a Party Venue.
It's a creative experience.
You don't just come here to sit.
You come here to make something.
You don't need to be an artist.
You don't need experience.
You don't need to know exactly what you're doing.
You just need to be willing to try.
We'll provide the guidance, tools and creative space.
You bring the courage to create.
More Than a Class. More Than a Party.
Create
Make something uniquely yours.
Learn
Discover skills you can use beyond the Lab.
Connect
Spend meaningful time with people.
Experience
Enjoy creativity in a welcoming environment.
Transform
Leave with more confidence than you walked in with.
They Came to Create…
Here's what they had to say.
I had such a great time attending the tote bag bday party! What a creative time of fellowship and fun! I've gotten so many compliments on my bag already! With all of the ideas the creative lab brings, I look forward to designing more! We even made a song while our bags were being pressed! It was an all around blast!
— Tirza T.
Before joining the Josie Mae AI Academy, AI felt powerful but overwhelming. I had vision, but no clear system. The Academy taught me how to work with AI instead of chasing it. I now approach my work with clarity, confidence, and intention and AI feels like a true creative partner, not a distraction.
— Linda B.
We made our own personalized tote bags. What a fun experience! I was extremely impressed with how organized everything was arranged and how much fun I had. I found a creative side of me that's been hidden 🙂. Thank you Kim for hosting a great birthday event!
— Brenda G.
Before JMAIA, I was overwhelmed and stuck. Now I'm creating content in minutes and saving hours every week... the confidence I gained is priceless.
— Monique L.
I'm Kimberly James
Creative Director • Certified AI Consultant • CPD-Accredited AI Educator
I'm a lifelong believer that creativity doesn't require permission.
I created Josie Mae Creative Lab as a space where people can learn, experiment, create and bring their ideas to life — even if they've never considered themselves “creative.”
Because sometimes all you need is the right space, a little guidance and the courage to begin.
Welcome to where creativity lives.
What Will You Create?
Maybe it's a business.
Maybe it's an album.
Maybe it's a book.
Maybe it's something you never thought you could make.
Or maybe it's simply a memory with people you love.
Whatever it is... There's room to create it here.
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