We Are Not Going Anywhere

If you follow us, you may have already heard the news. Painted Tree, our primary brick and mortar location(s) where we have had our products available for in-person shopping, has filed for bankruptcy. We received the notification this morning, and honestly, it hit hard. We have met some incredible people through those locations, and walking away from them is not something we take lightly.

But here is what we need you to hear loud and clear: Mark-It Gifts is not going anywhere.

We are a small, handmade, local business built on community, and that does not change because a building closes. Think of us like a food truck that just lost its favorite parking spot. We are already scouting the next corner, and there are a LOT of great corners ahead.

You Can Still Shop With Us

Online shopping is available any time at markitgifts.com. Whether you are looking for personalized gifts, witty mens stuff, or something made with actual heart and hands, we have you covered from the comfort of your couch.

In-Person Events

We have a packed schedule of markets and festivals coming up, and we would love to see your face. Here is where you can find us:

April

• April 18: YLNI Indoor Market, Fort Wayne, IN
• April 25: YLNI Indoor Market, Fort Wayne, IN
• April 26: Vintage Market, Armada, MI

May

• May 2: YLNI Outdoor Market, Fort Wayne, IN (runs through Oct. 31!)
• May 3: Sundays @ Market, Maumee, OH
• May 9, 16, 23, 30: YLNI Outdoor Market
• May 17: This & That, Chelsea, MI

June through December We have markets nearly every weekend through the rest of the year, including Bloomfest (Aug. 8), the Blueberry Festival (Sept. 3-7), Johnny Appleseed (Sept. 19-20), the Covered Bridge Festival (Oct. 9-18), and more. Check the full event schedule at markitgifts.com so you never miss us in your area.

A Word About Shopping Local

Times like this are a good reminder of why shopping local matters so much. Every purchase from a small business is not just a transaction, it is a vote of confidence for a real person pouring their time and creativity into something they love. Please be kind to the other vendors who are navigating this alongside us. Share their posts, drop a kind comment, or simply stop by their table and say hello. It all matters more than you know.

Thank you for being our community. We are already excited about what comes next.

With heart,

Dan & Melissa