Yarns of the knitting witches the broken circle is the first book in a new young adult, crossover, fantasy trilogy by cheryl potter, one of the foremost experts in the world of knitting, dyes, and patterns. This first book follows the story of twelve knitting witches through adventures fraught with mayhem and mischief. Twenty years have passed since the fire beneath the great dyepot was lit and the circle was complete. Now, the inhabitants of the middlelands face a danger worse than any can remember. Darkness and chaos threaten to destroy the delicate balance of the natural world, and the magic of the dye crystals that have always been a way of life, and a great source of power for the people, has been outlawed. With female protagonists and strong male characters introduced along the way, the broken circle introduces themes of family relationships, coming of age, tough decision making, and so much more.