04/15/2026
My heart is with the thousands of small business owners who had the rug pulled out from under them yesterday morning. I know firsthand the amount of work that goes into building a space inside The Painted Tree.
I’ll never forget the energy inside the Maplewood store the week before it opened. So much excitement, creativity, and talent all under one roof. It was one of those places that felt really special, and I’m so grateful I got to be a small part of it. I met some incredibly talented people during my time there, and my heart is breaking for all of them.
Now more than ever, it matters where we spend our money. Show up for small businesses. Visit vendor fairs, farmers markets, art shows, and local shops in your community.
Tag a Painted Tree small business in the comments so we can all show them our support ⬇️
