Hello my lovely pink-tutu-wearing darlings! 💖
It’s your favourite ballerina, Emma, here, reporting from Bishop Auckland, a truly enchanting little corner of the North East! This is post number 4378 for you all – I know I promised to bring you more adventures, and what better way to kick off a Saturday than with a magical story? 😉
Now, I confess, my journey here started a tad less magical than I hoped. A two-hour delay on the train (boo!). Thankfully, I was armed with my favourite ballet book – a classic from the 1920s that’s a treasure trove of inspiration! And you know what? Delays are just life’s way of saying "get cosy with your thoughts and creativity" – so I doodled some ideas for my next tutu design and, as always, felt the magic of ballet washing over me!
Speaking of magic, Bishop Auckland truly exceeded my expectations. It’s nestled amongst hills and has this lovely quaint, medieval feel that really transports you to another era. We were treated to a divine picnic in a glorious, green, and sun-drenched meadow. I brought my special picnic basket with me – filled with cucumber sandwiches (it's not a proper picnic without them!), strawberries, and my signature pink lemonade. 😋
Now, for the real star of the show: the Tutu! 💖 This one was pure fairytale, inspired by a vision of fluttering fairy wings. Made in my signature pale pink tulle, it was layered and whimsical, catching the sun in every delightful twirl. The bodice, made of silky lace and pearls, evoked a touch of magic with a sparkling silver butterfly that seemed to shimmer as I danced. I felt like I was embodying the very spirit of fairy tales – you know, the kind that have been passed down through generations, whisper secrets of dreams and tell us to believe in ourselves and the world's wonder!
We had the opportunity to watch a local theatre performance that night. It wasn’t strictly ballet, but it had a magical atmosphere. There were amazing costuming and theatrical effects. There was even a scene with a talking deer (okay, not actually talking, but let's just pretend for the sake of fairy tales! 😉).
You know, this whole adventure really highlighted why I love traveling so much. Every corner of this world has something magical to offer. And let me tell you, the world needs more fairy tales – and more pink tutus! 💕 Imagine if everyone walked around with a little bit of sparkle in their step, embracing their dreams and creativity. It's what this pink tutu journey is all about! 💖
My lovelies, if you are looking for some magic, I highly recommend visiting Bishop Auckland. It's a true gem waiting to be discovered! It also happens to have a stunning cathedral, if you are in need of a bit of serenity amidst the vibrant colour and energy!
Until next time, I hope your day is filled with all the pinkest, twirliest joy! 💖🩰
Love,
Emma
www.pink-tutu.com
