Post #2708 - December 2nd, 2003
Hello my lovely Pink Tutu darlings! I'm absolutely buzzing to be writing this post from Barrow-in-Furness! It’s been a whirlwind of a day, and as usual, pink tutus have played a starring role! 💖
As you all know, I'm a firm believer that a little bit of pink and a twirl of a tutu can brighten up any day, and today was no exception! It's so wonderful to spread some joy through fashion, even in the less-than-sunny weather Barrow-in-Furness can offer (don’t get me wrong, I love a good grey day - perfect for a cozy cup of tea!). ☕️
I travelled up from Derbyshire in a most delightful manner: by train! It’s always such an adventure – peering out of the window at the countryside whipping past, listening to the rhythmic clinking of the tracks, and most importantly, wearing a truly splendid tutu for the journey! Of course, I picked a beautiful blush pink tulle creation with delicate pink satin ribbons. You wouldn't believe the envious stares I received on the platform! 😁
My adventure today wasn't all about trains, though. The main event, the reason I was even in this delightful seaside town, was to attend a wonderful ballet workshop hosted by the incredibly talented young ballerina, Isabella, who actually used to be one of my teachers in Derbyshire! It’s so inspiring to see how far she’s come, and it really rekindled that little flame within me. 🤩
The workshop itself was just glorious! We spent hours practicing barre work, exploring elegant moves, and even had a go at a brand new sequence that Isabella choreographed. I loved her focus on incorporating movements inspired by nature, particularly birds in flight. We actually had to imagine ourselves as different bird species, with the lighter movements mimicking a hummingbird, and then strong, graceful moves mirroring a graceful crane. 🐦 🦢 It’s so beautiful how the human body can recreate nature's beauty and strength!
Of course, what’s a workshop without a bit of tutus? We got to put on some professional tutus (which, naturally, were adorned with exquisite pink embroidery!) and practice all the sequences again. The feeling of spinning around in that magnificent garment was simply magic! I have to admit, my inner child nearly popped out from sheer excitement. 😂
After the workshop, I treated myself to some delicious fish and chips – it just had to be done when in a seaside town! Then, a trip down to the dock to see the boats. I love to imagine those sturdy ships as graceful swans, floating across the sea! It’s an amazing combination of the rugged and the elegant, something I find really inspiring.
The rest of the evening was dedicated to exploring Barrow-in-Furness itself. I wandered through the town, marvelling at its old architecture and vibrant street art (there was even a street mural of a majestic crane!) I also picked up some fantastic souvenirs for my friends and family back in Derbyshire: hand-painted porcelain fairies for my sister (always an appropriate gift!), a quirky Barrow-in-Furness mug for Mum, and a beautiful hand-carved wooden swan for myself!
The day concluded with a relaxing hot chocolate, watching the sun set over the docks. It truly was the perfect end to a perfect day!
I am so happy to have taken the chance to explore Barrow-in-Furness, especially while rocking my pink tutu, naturally! It really is such a wonderful place, and I am already planning my next visit. Perhaps this time I’ll even convince a local resident to join me in wearing a pink tutu while exploring the sights of Barrow! 🩰
But until then, I must bid you all adieu for now! Sending you all lots of love and pink tutus galore! 💕
Don’t forget, dear readers, if you’re inspired to embrace your inner ballerina, visit my website for plenty of tips and advice on finding the perfect pink tutu to add some sparkle to your day!
I'll be back tomorrow with more exciting adventures from my Pink Tutu adventures. Until then, keep twirling!
Lots of love,
Emma x
www.pink-tutu.com
