Updates & Stories
News from the directory, tips for vendors rebuilding after Painted Tree, and stories from the community finding its way forward.
They Shut the Doors and Left the Lights On: What Happened to Painted Tree Boutiques
One day the signs are lit, the shelves are full, the booths are rented. The next morning it is over. Here is what happened with Painted Tree Boutiques — and who really paid the price.
How to Find Your Favorite Painted Tree Vendors
Your favorite Painted Tree vendors didn't disappear — they just moved. Here's exactly how to track them down using the Painted Tree Refugees directory.
What Happened to Painted Tree Boutique?
Painted Tree Boutique was a beloved marketplace for independent makers across the country. When it closed, it left hundreds of vendors without a home. Here's what happened — and what comes next.
New Vendors This Month — April 2026
Every week, more former Painted Tree vendors are finding their way to the directory. Here's a look at some of the newest listings — and where you can find them now.
5 Tips for Vendors Rebuilding After Painted Tree
Losing your Painted Tree booth was a gut punch. But vendors who've been through it share what actually helped them rebuild — from online selling to finding new markets.
Where to Find Your Favorite Painted Tree Vendors Now
When Painted Tree Boutique closed its doors, hundreds of talented makers lost their booths overnight. But they did not stop creating. Here is your complete guide to finding them again.
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