
Resources for Displaced Vendors
Find new booth opportunities, grants, online selling guides, and community support — all in one place.
The Makers Market — Franklin, TN
A curated indoor market with booth rentals available monthly. Specializes in handmade and artisan goods. Applications open year-round.
Apply for a BoothArtisan Alley — Brentwood, TN
Boutique-style vendor space with flexible booth sizes. Great for jewelry, art, and home decor makers. Waitlist currently open.
Join the WaitlistThe Hive Collective — Nashville, TN
A women-owned collective marketplace with rotating pop-up spots and permanent booths. Community-focused and vendor-friendly.
Learn MoreGetting Started on Etsy
Etsy is one of the best platforms for handmade and vintage sellers. This guide walks you through setting up your shop, pricing, and getting your first sale.
Open an Etsy ShopShopify for Small Makers
Build your own online store with Shopify. Great for vendors who want full control over their brand and customer experience.
Try Shopify FreeInstagram & Facebook Shops
Turn your social media into a storefront. Learn how to set up Instagram Shopping and Facebook Marketplace for your small business.
Set Up Social ShopsTennessee Small Business Grant Program
State-funded grants available to small businesses in Tennessee. Eligibility includes businesses with fewer than 50 employees impacted by economic disruption.
Check EligibilityAmber Grant for Women
Monthly $10,000 grants awarded to women-owned small businesses. Applications are simple and open to all business types.
Apply NowPainted Tree Vendors Facebook Group
A private Facebook group for former Painted Tree vendors to share leads, support each other, and announce new locations. Join the conversation.
Join the GroupSCORE — Free Business Mentoring
SCORE connects small business owners with experienced mentors for free. Get advice on marketing, finances, and growing your business.
Find a MentorRegistering Your Business in Tennessee
Step-by-step guide to registering your small business as an LLC or sole proprietor in Tennessee. Protect yourself and your brand.
Get StartedUnderstanding Sales Tax for Makers
A plain-English guide to collecting and remitting sales tax as a craft vendor or small business owner in Tennessee.
Read the GuideSuggest a Resource
If you know of a grant, new booth opportunity, or helpful resource that should be listed here, let us know. We'll review and add it.
Send a Suggestion