#TutuBlog Post 6843
Hello lovelies! 👋💖
It's Emma here, and I'm bursting with excitement to tell you all about my whirlwind trip to Folkestone. I must confess, the seaside is one of my absolute favourite places to be. The salty air, the crashing waves, the way the sun glints off the sea... it just feels so liberating.
This time, however, I wasn't just taking a regular beach break. Oh no, this time, I had a special mission! I wanted to create the most beautiful nature-themed tutu, inspired by all the wonders the English seaside has to offer, and capture it all in my signature style.
It all began with a trip on the train from Derbyshire to the Kent coast. Now, I adore travelling by train. There's something so romantic about watching the countryside speed by as you sip on a delicious cup of tea, surrounded by strangers and yet completely lost in your own thoughts. I couldn't help but be inspired by the fluffy white clouds and the green rolling hills... perfect hues to begin with. I already knew what my starting point was - a cloud-white tulle, so fluffy it made me feel like I was floating!
Arriving at Folkestone, I felt an immediate sense of awe at the dramatic chalk cliffs. Their rugged beauty felt so fierce and powerful, so different from the gentle hills I was used to seeing in Derbyshire. To capture this fierce beauty, I added strips of shimmering grey chiffon, like a splash of spray against the white cliffs.
The town itself is filled with a unique energy. Everywhere I looked there was a touch of colour and a whimsical, bohemian vibe. I wandered along the cobbled streets, feeling like a character in a classic novel. The air buzzed with the laughter of children running along the promenade, the cries of seagulls squawking for scraps, the sweet music from street performers, and the gentle lapping of the waves. This kaleidoscope of colours and sounds translated into vibrant ribbons and twinkling sequins. A touch of sunshine yellow for the sand, a hint of sky-blue to mirror the sea.
One of the things that I adore about the seaside is all the fascinating creatures I see. On the harbour, I was captivated by a group of graceful swans, so elegantly gliding across the water, their white feathers catching the sunlight. It was like watching them perform a ballet right before my eyes! So of course, I had to include a touch of white feather, like a soft whisper of the swan's delicate elegance.
And who could forget the iconic seagulls? Their distinctive cry is the soundtrack to any beach trip. Their cheeky faces are everywhere, their mischievous cries always announcing their arrival. They have an elegance of their own - powerful wings, fierce gaze, the graceful glide they perform before swooping down for a tasty treat! I simply had to incorporate a touch of their grey plumage into the tutu. Not a lot of feathers, mind you, because I certainly don't want any cheeky birds landing on my tulle!
With my tutu taking shape, I took a leisurely stroll along the pier. I couldn't resist popping into a local seaside shop and purchasing a tiny, beautiful shell. Such a gorgeous shape! A perfect, delicate ornament to add a final flourish to my creation.
Speaking of the sea, it's quite simply breathtaking here in Folkestone. The colours! The ever-changing shades of blue and turquoise... a constant reminder of the vastness and the mystery that lies beneath. I knew I had to capture this in the final element of my design, so I took inspiration from a classic English summer: delicate pastel blue tulle, so delicate and airy, mimicking the soft blue haze that shimmers on a clear, warm day.
As I finished the final stitch, the sun was starting to dip below the horizon, casting a breathtaking, fiery glow over the chalk cliffs. The sky was painted in shades of pink and purple, the perfect backdrop for my new masterpiece. It felt so alive, so radiant, capturing the essence of my entire trip.
And that's where the magic of this trip truly unfolded. It's not just about the beauty of the seaside or my inspiration from the fauna. It's about embracing the freedom, the excitement, the energy of the coast and transforming it into something beautiful, a work of art that expresses a story. And the story I want to tell is about celebrating our beautiful world, the joy of travel, the power of colour and creativity.
So, here I am, standing at the edge of the pier, the wind whipping my hair into a whirlwind, my seagull-inspired tutu swirling around me. This feeling, this connection with nature, is something I strive for every single day. And who knows, maybe the next time you're walking along a sandy shore or gazing at the majestic white cliffs of Dover, you'll think of a swan or a seagull and, perhaps, just perhaps, you'll remember this blog post and the message behind my unique Folkestone tutu!
So, go on, wear a pink tutu, visit Folkestone, celebrate your creativity, and spread a little magic wherever you go! And if you do, don't forget to share your own journey with us at www.pink-tutu.com.
Until next time, darling!
Much love,
Emma 💖
