Hello darlings! It’s Emma here, back from another delightful adventure. This time, I swapped the Derbyshire dales for the charming town of Letchworth, which you might recognise as the "First Garden City" - all about green spaces and gorgeous architecture, just like me! 😜 I must confess, the only thing missing was a plethora of pink tutus fluttering about the streets. Oh, the possibilities!
From Derbyshire Dales to Garden City Dreams
The journey itself was a real treat. I love the train - so elegant and relaxing, a chance to dream of upcoming pirouettes, or sketch a new tutu design in my little notebook. (It’s surprisingly difficult to get the proportions just right for the perfect tutu, you know! 🤫). I actually imagined myself arriving in Letchworth, stepping off the train and gliding down the platforms in a delicate blush-pink tutu, a veritable fairytale princess! ✨
(Please, do imagine this for me! 😘 )
Thankfully, my actual outfit was more sensible. A vibrant, floral-print dress and some cherry-red ballerina flats – just enough to keep me in a ballerina state of mind. Plus, a chic, vintage tweed coat – perfect for keeping the crisp air at bay, while still looking completely chic. I just love that effortless, “just thrown together but somehow chic” style.
Dancing My Way Around Letchworth
Letchworth Garden City is one of those places that just calls out for a graceful stroll, which is exactly what I did. I wandered around the historic town centre, admiring the pretty, Victorian architecture, soaking up the friendly atmosphere, and imagining what it must have been like when the place was first created. Did people really wear tutus then? 🤔
But the highlight of my trip had to be visiting the Letchworth Garden City Museum. They have this amazing exhibit dedicated to the history of dance in the town, complete with old photographs of local ballet companies and stunning ballet costumes! Oh, it was just so exciting.
I was even tempted to steal one of the sequined dresses - just for a photo op, you understand! 😄 I have to admit, seeing those delicate silks and sequins stirred something deep within me, something about creativity and performance.
Tutu-Inspired Art Adventures
No trip would be complete without a little bit of art, so naturally I had to visit the Wyndhams Art Centre. They’re hosting an exhibition all about the history of textile art. So interesting! It was incredible to see how colours, textures, and shapes were used to create these incredible artistic pieces. I even picked up a beautiful scarf, inspired by the delicate floral embroidery they were displaying, which I plan to wear for a special tutu-themed ballet night. ✨
Sharing the Ballet Love
Later, I popped in to a local bakery – I just couldn't resist the freshly-baked pastries! And you know, the locals seemed absolutely charmed by my outfit and enthusiasm about ballet. Even the baker was so friendly. He said something like, “Lovely day for a tutu,” which honestly brightened up my entire afternoon. (Seriously, he said it!)
Now, you know me - I’m all about spreading the love. So naturally, I bought some mini cupcakes from the bakery and took them down to the local children’s playground. Then I started teaching a group of tiny children some basic ballet moves!
(They loved the tutus I’d packed! 🩰)
You know, that’s what really matters - the power of a twirl, a leap, and a little bit of sparkle. That’s the real joy of ballet – and tutus, of course! ❤️
*Follow the pink tutu path - see you on www.pink-tutu.com ! *
* XOXO
Emma 💕 *
