Hello my darling tutu-lovers! It's Emma here, back from a whirlwind trip to the beautiful seaside town of Whitley Bay. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Whitley Bay? What on earth could be so exciting there?!" But trust me, my little pink darlings, it was a proper treat!
It all started with a long, leisurely train journey from my Derbyshire home. Now, I absolutely love train journeys, they are the epitome of old-school glamour. You can relax, chat, watch the countryside flit by... and, of course, rock my latest pink tutu creation. (This one had some serious sparkle, I'll post a picture later!)
Upon arriving in Whitley Bay, I was immediately smitten. The sea air, the charming old pier, the quaint little shops... it was all utterly delightful. The first thing I had to do was a proper "pink-tutu" reconnaissance. Did they have any local ballet schools? Was there a place where I could indulge my sweet tooth in something truly fabulous? Was there an abundance of shops selling beautiful fabrics for my next tutu masterpiece? (Let's just say, my trip was successful on all counts!)
A Glimpse of Wildlife
The next day, I decided to head to the beach, the highlight of the town for sure. I have to admit, my trusty red tutu looked absolutely fantastic against the backdrop of the North Sea. (Honestly, who knew red and blue could be so fabulous together?)
While strolling along the promenade, I spotted something quite unusual - a group of adorable little seals playing in the water! They were the cutest little things, and I couldn't help but squeal in delight. Honestly, the joy on their little faces made me want to jump right in and play with them! It really goes to show, even wild animals appreciate a good splash around.
A Day at the Theatre
Of course, no trip to the seaside is complete without a visit to the theatre. Thankfully, Whitley Bay has a charming little venue that hosts some fantastic shows. This particular evening, they were showing "The Nutcracker." I managed to snag the very last ticket, a real bargain too! (If only I had some more time, I could have taken a ballet class at the local dance studio… but one can only cram so much into a weekend!)
Watching the dancers gracefully twirling on stage, their tutus twirling with them, filled me with inspiration. I knew right then and there, I needed to create a "Nutcracker" inspired tutu for my next performance. Oh, the possibilities!
Whipped Cream and Ballet Dreams
To celebrate a truly wonderful weekend, I had to indulge in a spot of afternoon tea. Now, let me tell you, the cakes in Whitley Bay are simply heavenly. I opted for the "Pink Paradise" – a strawberry and champagne cake, just my kind of girly indulgence!
Sipping my tea, surrounded by the elegant décor of the cafe, I couldn't help but daydream about my future ballet endeavors. I envisioned myself as a professional ballerina, gliding across the stage in a magnificent tutu, capturing the hearts of the audience with every graceful movement. I even thought about taking my ballet creations to the stage one day… a fashion ballet! Who knows, maybe that’s in my future!
My Whimsical Whimsy
So there you have it, my lovely tutu enthusiasts, my weekend trip to Whitley Bay was a complete dream come true. From charming cafes to theatrical performances to beautiful beaches and a charming glimpse of local wildlife, it was all just wonderful. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I'm off to start designing a “Whitley Bay Beach Ballet” costume – all my dreams coming true, right before your eyes!
Don’t forget to head over to www.pink-tutu.com to see all the fabulous tutu photos I posted throughout my trip.
Love, Emma xx
P.S. Don't forget to share your thoughts and memories about ballet and tutus. Remember, my darling tutu lovers, you don't need a special occasion to wear your favourite tutu. Embrace your inner ballerina and dance your heart out, no matter where you are in the world! You might even inspire someone to try a ballet class, who knows? Remember, pink is the new black!
