Painted Tree Boutiques abruptly closed all locations, vendors and employees left scrambling

Painted Tree Boutiques abruptly closes nationwide

Painted Tree Boutiques has abruptly closed all of its stores nationwide leaving shoppers and employees shocked. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann has more. 

KATY, Texas - A shocking shutdown is leaving small business owners and employees scrambling across the country.

Painted Tree Boutiques shuts down nationwide

What we know:

Painted Tree Boutiques has abruptly closed all of its stores nationwide. There are more than 60 locations, including six in the Houston area. The sudden move has blindsided vendors and employees who relied on the marketplace.

At the Katy location, signs were posted on the front door, stating the store is closed, nothing is for sale, and all locations have shut down.

The closure is hitting dozens of local small business owners hard. Several vendors say they received no warning, leaving many in disbelief.

According to some vendors, Painted Tree Boutiques sent an email Tuesday informing vendors that the company had ceased operations immediately. They were given until April 24 to remove their inventory.

Painted Tree operated as a marketplace where independent vendors rented booth space to sell their items, while the company took a commission on sales. Now, those vendors are being forced to move out and are unsure about next steps.

Several vendors were seen at the Katy location packing up merchandise. 

What they're saying:

"I was in shock because I was not expecting it," said Vanessa Valencia, owner of Shopvcollection. "We didn’t receive any previous notice… they told me I needed to come get my stuff because we don’t know when they’re going to shut the doors."

Another vendor, Susmita Guha of GUHAS LLC, said the impact is widespread. "All vendors are suffering… big and small. Some depend on this income, so if it suddenly stops, it’s not good for anyone."

Some employees, speaking off camera, said they were informed they were being laid off just minutes before vendors received the closure email. They described the situation as frustrating, disappointing, and unfair.

FOX 26 reached out to Painted Tree Boutiques for comment and received the following statement:

"With Gratitude and Love, We Share Difficult News 

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude that we share the news that Painted Tree Boutiques has closed all of its store locations. This decision has not come lightly, and it represents the end of a chapter that has meant everything to us. 

To our shoppers — you have made every single day worthwhile. You came to us not just to shop, but to discover, to support local makers, and to find something truly one-of-a-kind. 

To our dedicated team members — past and present — your commitment, creativity, and care have shaped everything we’ve accomplished. You showed up every day with kindness and purpose, and we are deeply thankful for every hour you gave to this community. 

The retail landscape has changed in ways none of us could have fully anticipated. Rising costs, shifting market conditions, and the evolving nature of how people shop have presented challenges that, despite our best efforts and our community’s unwavering support, we have not been able to overcome. We are heartbroken by this outcome. 

Painted Tree’s last day of business was April 13, 2026. 

Painted Tree was never just a store. It was a gathering place, a launchpad for dreamers, and a testament to the power of community. Thank you for being part of our story. 

With love and deep appreciation,
The Painted Tree Boutiques Family"