Christine Blystone is the creator and founder of Velvetback, where her work as a writer, artist, designer, and maker helps people connect with plants and make meaning with their magic. Her product line includes plant poetry oracle cards and letterpress prints. Her debut novel, Magic Flowers, was released on the Spring Equinox 2023. Her work has a loyal fan base and has even reached luxury fashion designer Gabriella Hearst and Adventure Nannies founder Brandy Schultz. Velvetback products have been featured in Astral Box and Witchcraft Way subscription boxes, received over 350 glowing 5-star reviews on Etsy, and are sold in brick-and-mortar shops all across the U.S. and Canada.