Come create with us, mend a garment or customize your wardrobe.

During this 4-hour Upcycle Jam with the Pattern Nation team, we will have sewing machine stations, hand sewing, embroidery, textile painting supplies and more. Bring clothing to work on and let your ideas flow. This is the perfect place to connect with other folks passionate about sustainable fashion while learning some new skills and sparking your creativity.

Part of Fashion Revolution Week Programming thanks to @fashrev_can

The event will take place at the amazing Enabling Arts 343 Railway Street

Get your tickets through the website for $20-$30 sliding scale. or come on the day of and pay at the door.

Due to the success of our first 'This is The Art' open mic we are making it a monthly event!

The debut show was full of wild and wonderful talent, from experimentation to expertise, and from idiocracy to sacred rage. If you have been holding in something that needs to come out, now is the time.

‘This Is The Art’ is an open mic night for anyone with something to express. From musicians sharing original songs to comedians, storytellers, poets, spoken word artists, rappers, improvisers, and more — this evening is a container for all who feel moved to shine their light. Bring your weird and wonderful art form. Come to perform, or simply to witness. All expressions are welcome. This is collective resonance.

This is the art.

Hosted by Mend the Spirit (Bri), the night begins with sign-ups at 7:00 PM, and performances run from 8:00–11:00 PM. Stay from start to finish to experience the evening’s headlining performance — a special closing set by Costa Besta.

Enabling Arts operates on the unceded and traditional Coast Salish lands of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh, and šxʷməθkʷəy̓əmaɁɬ təməxʷ Nations. We offer gratitude to the stewards of these lands and acknowledge our responsibility to hold creative spaces with care and respect.

A one-of-a-kind gathering for changemakers, creatives, and anyone who believes fashion can be a force for good.

Think: the colour, chaos, and community of your favourite thrift store, dropped right into the heart of downtown Vancouver. Whether you’re deep in the sustainable fashion world or just starting to explore it, this is your space to show up, connect, and be inspired.

Here’s what’s in store:

• Clothing swap with Alterna.te

• Mending circle

• Slay Fit Challenge plus prizes

• Photo booth

• Career Fair

• Panel discussion

• Keynote from Pattern Nation

• Snacks + coffee

We’re bringing together changemakers, creatives, and community — alongside our incredible collaborators Fashion Revolution, Alterna.te, and more. This is a rare chance to network with leaders and industry professionals in the sustainable fashion space, learn from people doing the work, and show up as your most authentic self.

Speakers and Panelists

The event features an impressive roster of speakers and panelists from across the sustainable fashion ecosystem. Keynote speaker Cyd of Pattern Nation, an artist, facilitator and small business owner, will open the afternoon. The panel discussion will include Karen Storry, Senior Engineer at Metro Vancouver; Madeline Shaw, a Sustainable Designer and Social Entrepreneur alongside other industry professionals. The panel will be moderated by Namrita Lamba, Environmental Consultant and representative of Fashion Revolution Canada. Closing remarks will be delivered by Fer Sauvage of alternaTe.

Collaborators and Exhibitors

The Fair will feature exhibitor booths from organizations at the forefront of sustainable fashion and the circular economy, including: City of Richmond, Cust.ooo, Fashion Revolution Canada, Fashion Takes Action, and Our Social Fabric. Event collaborators and facilitators include alternaTe and Repar.ia, who will host the clothing swap and mending café.

Sustainable Fashion Competition

Attendees are encouraged to arrive in their best secondhand or upcycled outfit to enter the Slay Fit Challenge — a sustainable fashion competition with prizes announced at the close of the event. A photo booth will be on hand to capture looks throughout the afternoon.

AMA HOUSE returns March 21st — bringing the rhythm, movement, art & community energy all under one roof

Expect Amapiano, House & South African sounds, a live Afro pop performance, dance workshop, interactive art, vendors, food, and a lively dance floor from start to close. Come dressed to express and ready to connect.

Featuring:

Special live performance by @adewolfy

DJ sets by @dj_bizrankin @costabesta @owabowa

Dance Workshop by @_afrogirl_

Art Activity by @cydeva

Produced by High Vibrations+ @pattern.nation

Hosted at @newamsterdamcafe

Tickets on sale now!

Dance • Create • Connect

The Bits + Bobs Sale hosted by Got Craft Markets is a one-day-only samples an seconds sale that you don’t want to miss!

Shop craft supplies, samples, seconds, discontinued pieces, display items, small equipment, and a few surprises from some of your favourite local brands. While you may spot a few pieces from current collections, this sale is all about the behind the scenes stuff: one-offs, imperfect-but-still-amazing finds, seasonal leftovers, and creative odds and ends you won’t see at our regular markets.

Browse 40 stalls filled with jewelry, candles, ceramics, clothing, paper goods, art, homewares, and more - all priced to move.

A little different from a typical Got Craft market, Bits + Bobs is a chance to shop sustainably, support local vendors, and give new life to materials and pieces that have been waiting in studios, closets, and under-the-bed bins. Come treasure hunt, discover something unexpected, and leave with a great deal!

AMA HOUSE: Age of Aquarius is a vibrant Dance Jam & Art Social celebrating movement, creativity, culture, and community.

🎶 AMA HOUSE — AGE of AQUARIUS
A Celebration of Dance, Creativity, Culture & Community 🎶

🗓 Saturday, February 7th
🕔 5PM–11PM
📍 New Amsterdam Café — 301 W Hastings St, Vancouver
🎟 19+ | $20 GA | $35 for 2 (Online Only) | $25 Door Tickets Available

420 Friendly & Bar Available

Step into the Age of Aquarius as AMA HOUSE returns for a special birthday edition celebrating AfroGirl and OWABOWA. Join us for a night rooted in rhythm, movement, and creative expression—bringing together Amapiano, House, and South African sounds in true AMA HOUSE style.

🎧 DJ Lineup:
🎶 Costa Besta (South Africa)
🎶 BiZRANKiN (Canada)
🎶 OWABOWA (Canada)

🎤 Hosted by:
AfroGirl of High Vibrations & Cyd Eva of Pattern Nation

💃🏾 Dance Workshop:
Learn South & West African dance moves with AfroGirl

🎨 Interactive Art Activity:
Create with Cyd Eva — hands-on arts & crafts with a fresh creative focus

🛍 Pop-Up Vendor:
✨ Pattern Nation — colourful wearable art, one-of-a-kind fashion, art & accessories

🍽 Food:
The New Amsterdam Café kitchen will be open with food available for purchase

🎵 Music Policy:
Amapiano | House | South African House | Gqom | 3 Step | Afrotech | Kwaito | Bacardi | Sgija & more

✨ Come dance, connect, create, and dress to express in a space that celebrates movement, art, and community.

Produced by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations
🔗 Follow @amahouseevents for updates & ticket info

We aknowledge that AMAHOUSE takes place on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank the Coast Salish peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below.

AMA HOUSE — A Celebration of Dance, Art, Fashion & Community curated by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations hosted at Portal Playground

🎶 AMA HOUSE — A Celebration of Dance, Creativity, Culture & Community 🎶
🗓 Saturday, December 6th | 🕕 6PM–12AM
📍 The Portal Playground (run by @portalartssociety) — 552 Clark Drive, Vancouver
🎟 $20 GA | $35 for 2 (Online Only) | Door Tickets Available

It’s the final AMA HOUSE of the year, and we’re closing out 2025 with a high-vibe night of Amapiano, House, and South African sounds. Come celebrate community, creativity, and movement as we bring the heat one last time before the new year.

🔥 DJ Lineup:
🎧 Costa Besta (South Africa)
🎧 BiZRANKiN (Canada)
🎧 OWABOWA (Canada)

Hosted by: Afro Girl of High Vibrations & Cyd Eva of Pattern Nation

💃🏾 Dance Workshop: Learn South & West African dance moves with Afro Girl
🎨 Interactive Art Activity: Get creative with Cyd Eva — new arts & crafts each month

🛍 Pop-Up Vendors:
✨ Pattern Nation — Colourful wearable art & one-of-a-kind fashion, art & accessories
✨ High Vibrations — Bandanas, grinders & 420-friendly gear
✨ Stay Cool with Uni — Wholesome fruit & veg popsicles
✨ Dembaako Kitchen — Authentic homemade Ghanaian food

✨ Come dance, connect, create, and dress to express in a space that celebrates movement, art, and community.

🎵 Music Policy: Amapiano | House | South African House | Kwaito | Gqom | 3 Step | Afrotech | Mid Tempo | Bacardi | Sgija & more

Produced by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations
🔗 Follow @amahouseevents for updates Follow @portalplayground to support the amazing venue.

We aknowledge that AMAHOUSE takes place on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank the Coast Salish peoples who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below.

ART STUDIO HAPPY HOUR

Unwind, sip, and get inspired. Join us for Art Studio Happy Hour—a relaxed, social arts program where creativity meets community. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned maker, our rotating workshops offer a chance to explore new art skills while enjoying a glass of wine in good company. Each session focuses on a different craft—ranging from painting and sewing to printmaking—guided by talented local instructors in a welcoming, judgment-free space. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Perfect for a night out with friends, a creative solo escape, or a unique date idea. Come for the wine, stay for the art.

Nov 14 | Rhythms in Colour : Abstract Pattern Painting on Canvas
Explore the expressive power of pattern, repetition, and vibrant colour in this abstract painting workshop. Inspired by rhythm and movement, you’ll experiment with layering shapes, lines, and textures to create dynamic compositions on canvas. Play with intuition, balance, and bold design as you develop your own visual language. No experience needed—just a curiosity for colour and a willingness to paint outside the lines. 

CLASS INFORMATION 
Fridays at 6:30PM
$55 per person/class | Age 18+

REGISTER ONLINE OR AT THE BOX OFFICE:
604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday, 12 – 5PM

ART STUDIO HAPPY HOUR

Unwind, sip, and get inspired. Join us for Art Studio Happy Hour—a relaxed, social arts program where creativity meets community. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned maker, our rotating workshops offer a chance to explore new art skills while enjoying a glass of wine in good company. Each session focuses on a different craft—ranging from painting and sewing to printmaking—guided by talented local instructors in a welcoming, judgment-free space. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Perfect for a night out with friends, a creative solo escape, or a unique date idea. Come for the wine, stay for the art.

Oct 24 | Wearable Repairs : Embroidery & Mending on Clothing
Celebrate the beauty of imperfection by transforming worn or damaged clothing into something artful and new. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn visible mending and simple embroidery techniques to repair, embellish, and personalize your garments. Stitch with intention, add texture and colour, and turn flaws into features. Bring a beloved piece in need of care—or start fresh with fabric samples provided. No experience necessary—just a willingness to slow down, stitch, and reconnect with your clothes.

🎶 AMA HOUSE — A Celebration of Dance, creativity, Culture & Community 🎶
🗓 Sunday, October 5th | 🕔 5PM–11PM
📍 The Astoria, 769 East Hastings
🎟 $20 Early Bird | $25 GA | Door Tickets Available

Get ready for AMA HOUSE October Edition! Join us for an unforgettable evening of Amapiano, House, and South African sounds, powered by community vibes, creativity, and connection.

🔥 DJ Lineup:
🎧 Costa Besta (South Africa)
🎧 BiZRANKiN (Canada)
🎧 OWABOWA (Canada)

Hosted by Afro Girl of High Vibrations & Cyd Eva of Pattern Nation
💃🏾 Learn South & West African dance moves with Afro Girl
🎨 Art experience with Cyd Eva
🛍 Pop Up Shop featuring: Pattern Nation & more!

Homemade Ghanian food with Dembaako Kitchen
🍡 Wholesome fruit & veg popsicles to keep you cool by Stay Cool with Uni

✨ Come dance together, connect, create, and Dress to Express with us.

🔗 Follow @amahouseevents and hit the ticket link in bio to secure your spot.

🎵 Music Policy: Amapiano, House, South African House, Kwaito, Gqom, 3 Step, Afrotek, Mid Tempo House, Bacardi, Sgija & more.

Produced by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations

ART STUDIO HAPPY HOUR

Unwind, sip, and get inspired. Join us for Art Studio Happy Hour—a relaxed, social arts program where creativity meets community. Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned maker, our rotating workshops offer a chance to explore new art skills while enjoying a glass of wine in good company. Each session focuses on a different craft—ranging from painting and sewing to printmaking—guided by talented local instructors in a welcoming, judgment-free space. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is necessary.

Perfect for a night out with friends, a creative solo escape, or a unique date idea. Come for the wine, stay for the art.

Oct 3 | Fashion Remix : Painting on Denim/Clothing
Turn your old denim or clothing into a wearable work of art! In this playful, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn techniques for painting on fabric—think bold patterns, expressive brushstrokes, and personalized designs that reflect your unique style. Remix your wardrobe using textile paints, stencils, and your imagination. Bring your own denim jacket, jeans, or t-shirt—or use one of our fabric samples to experiment. No experience needed—just a love of colour, creativity, and fashion that makes a statement!

CLASS INFORMATION 
Fridays at 6:30PM
$55 per person/class | Age 18+

REGISTER ONLINE OR AT THE BOX OFFICE:
604.927.6555 | Open Monday – Saturday, 12 – 5PM

NO SHOES AMA HOUSE: END OF SUMMER BEACH EDITION
🌅 September 7th | 5PM–Sunset | Stanley Park – Second Beach
FREE TO ATTEND – RSVP for exact location

Come dance barefoot in the sand and celebrate community, creativity, and connection with the sounds of Amapiano, House & South African grooves. We’re taking the vibes outdoors for our biggest open-air session yet—no vendors, no shoes, just pure rhythm and soul by the ocean. Funded by Neighbourhood Small Grants

🎶DJ Sets:
DJ Costa Besta (South Africa)
DJ BIZRANKIN (Canada)

Art Activity & Free Face Painting with Cyd Eva

Hosted by Afro Girl of High Vibrations

Curated by AMA House Events x Pattern Nation x High Vibrations

✨ Bring a blanket, bring a friend, and let’s move under the sunset sky.

Music Policy: Amapiano, House, 3step, South African House, Kwaito, Gqom, Bacardi, Sgija, Afrotek & more.

Follow @amahouseevents & RSVP to get the exact drop pin 💫

Come join us for a night of dancing, community and creativity to the sounds of Amapiano, House & South African Sounds! No Shoes AMA HOUSE: the first weekend of each month is having it's biggest event of the summer at Slice! Vibe with us this August and be a part of this amazing creative community we are growing. Shop from local artisans, chow down on home cooked African food, snack on wholesome fruit & veg popsicles, learn some South & West African dance steps, meet someone new and make art with us.

Back-2-Back Set with

DJ Costa Besta (South Africa)

DJ BIZRANKIN (Canada)

Hosted by Afro Girl of High Vibrations

Night Market Vendors: Pattern Nation, Sleepless Mindz, Stay Cool with Uni & More

Ghanaian Food by Dembaako Foods

Art Activity with Cyd Eva

@amahouseevents Produced by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations

Music Policy: Amapiano, House Music, South African House Music, Kwaito, Gqom, 3 Step, Afrotek, Mid Tempo House, Bacardi, Sgija and South African Sounds.

*We encourage you to keep your shoes on for this venue*

An indoor pop-up installation/ family friendly pARTy. This activation will include the Pattern Nation Blobs: Interactive textile sculptures hung in a 10x 10 pop up tent, a DJ Booth with DJ Costa Besta playing South African music, and participatory mural art creation table.

‍DATE Sunday, July 27, 2025

TIME 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION Site B 3012 Murray St, Port Moody

FREE & All Ages

Join Cyd Eva and Brianna Mend Klassen of Pattern Nation for this two-hour creative fashion design workshop. we will guide you in bringing new life to old clothing, mending rips and stains, and creating a wearable piece of art with our expert guidance. 

Attend to one workshop to learn some basics and come back for more sessions to dive deeper into your textile reworking practice. We will have a few items of secondhand clothing available to incorporate into your designs, but encourage all participants to bring at least one item of clothing to get the most out of the workshop. 

We will be transforming pre-loved clothing into new creations using various techniques 

such as: Sewing Machine Basics, Textile painting, Embroidery & hand stitching, embellishing with rhinestones, sequins and more, Mending & patchworking 

Sign up now!

MARCH 2nd MAY 4th JUNE 22nd

Join Cyd Eva and Brianna Mend Klassen of Pattern Nation for this two-hour creative fashion design workshop. we will guide you in bringing new life to old clothing, mending rips and stains, and creating a wearable piece of art with our expert guidance. 

Attend to one workshop to learn some basics and come back for more sessions to dive deeper into your textile reworking practice. We will have a few items of secondhand clothing available to incorporate into your designs, but encourage all participants to bring at least one item of clothing to get the most out of the workshop. 

We will be transforming pre-loved clothing into new creations using various techniques 

such as: Sewing Machine Basics, Textile painting, Embroidery & hand stitching, embellishing with rhinestones, sequins and more, Mending & patchworking 

Sign up now!

MARCH 2nd MAY 4th JUNE 22nd

No Shoes Ama House

Come join us for a night of dancing, community and creativity to the sounds of Amapiano, House & More! This is a special edition jam part of our Art Exhibition Re-Imagination at the B1 gallery in the Beaumont studios.
Tickets range from $17-$20 This event has sold out 3 times so get your tickets HERE

We are switching it up to be on a Sunday April 6th from 5-10pm

Back to Back Set with

DJ Costa Besta (South Africa)

DJ OWABOWA (Canada)

DJ BIZRANKIN (Canada)

Hosted by Afro Girl of High Vibrations

Art Activity with Cyd Eva

Pattern Nation take over of the Beaumont Thrift Shop ran by Mend

Re-imagination Art Exhibition by Pattern Nation: Cyd Eva, Costa Besta & Brianna Mend Klassen. Show Run March 16th - April 9th

Produced by Pattern Nation & High Vibrations

Music Policy: Amapiano, House Music, South African House Music, Kwaito, Gqom, Three Step, Afrotek, Mid Tempo House, Bacardi and South African Sounds.

| 𝙼𝚊𝚔𝚎 𝚊 𝚖𝚊𝚙, 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚊 𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚒𝚗𝚐. 𝚃𝚑𝚎 𝚘𝚛𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚍 𝚍𝚘𝚎𝚜 𝚗𝚘𝚝 𝚛𝚎𝚙𝚛𝚘𝚍𝚞𝚌𝚎 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚌𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚘𝚏 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚜𝚙; 𝚒𝚝 𝚏𝚘𝚛𝚖𝚜 𝚊 𝚖𝚊𝚙 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚠𝚊𝚜𝚙, 𝚒𝚗 𝚊 𝚛𝚑𝚒𝚣𝚘𝚖𝚎.
—— 𝙶𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚎𝚜 𝙳𝚎𝚕𝚎𝚞𝚣𝚎 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙵é𝚕𝚒𝚡 𝙶𝚞𝚊𝚝𝚝𝚊𝚛𝚒

A 𝐫𝐡𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐦𝐞 is an underground plant stem that grows horizontally and spreads by sending out roots and shoots.t’s a symbol of connection, growth, and endless possibilities. 🌍 Just like an underground root system, it spreads horizontally, branching out in all directions, forming a decentralized network.
In the world of ideas, philosophers Deleuze & Guattari use the rhizome to describe a way of thinking that’s fluid, non-hierarchical, and full of multiplicity. It‘s all about breaking free from linear thinking and embracing the flow of knowledge and connections. 🌿

For this jam, we invite you to trace back to your root — and grow together. 🌱 Let’s connect through our rhizomes, embracing the beauty of shared ideas, diversity, and infinite paths.

📅 Date
March 23, 2025(Sunday)

📍 Location
187 E 3rd Ave

🕜 Time
5pm doors open
5:30~6:00 DJ Joshee @joshee_alchemee
6:15~7:15 DJ Hills @hillscloud
7:30~8:30 DJ Costa Best @costabesta
8:45~9:45 DJ RitaSpirit @djritaspirit

🎟️ Cost: $15 on eventbrite (+2.31 platform fee)
$18 at door please bring exact change

Register via the link in bio!

📩 Contact: @3v1iee , @joshee_alchemee