Abandoned by her family and forced to live on the streets, Tattercoats is taken in by a group of kindly old women who teach her the ways of magic and self-sufficiency. However, her newfound powers attract the attention of an evil king who seeks to use her abilities for his own gain. With the help of her friends and her own courage, Tattercoats must outwit the king and save her kingdom from destruction. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and the true meaning of home.