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#TutuQueen on 2011-07-14 stars in East Kilbride

East Kilbride: A Pink Tutu Pilgrimage! (Blog Post #4213)

Oh, hello darlings! It's your Pink Tutu Sparkles here, reporting live from the utterly fabulous town of East Kilbride! This little pink-tutu-wearing heart is absolutely buzzing after an utterly spectacular trip. You know, it’s really hard to travel in a pink tutu. I mean, imagine all the awkward questions you’d get at the airport security? Plus, my fabulous feathers and diamante-encrusted accessories have a tendency to get stuck on airport escalators, not to mention the unfortunate incidents involving hot dogs…

But trust me, it's all worth it.

The journey to East Kilbride was pure joy, all aboard the scenic train, naturally! Nothing screams elegance quite like chugging along a railway line, looking absolutely fabulous in my finest pink ensemble, complete with a matching feather boa, naturally! And with a hot cuppa in my hand, the journey practically whizzed by. I mean, let's be real, how can anyone resist the magic of a pink tutu?

East Kilbride has to be one of the most charming places I've been so far! You see, the people here are warm, welcoming, and oh, so much fun! Just the way a pink tutu lover likes it, you know! This was actually the third time I'd performed here in East Kilbride and each visit has been filled with such great energy and love! They always give me such a warm reception. It's wonderful how everyone embraces the joy of a good tutu, there's never any "tut tut" attitude when I arrive! (Get it, "tut tut"? Ha ha, I'm such a riot!). This time I even caught an early train so I had a whole afternoon to shop around, find new inspiration, and of course, wear a fabulous pink tutu, a real show-stopper that drew stares!

My favourite moment had to be the street performance. Just a little burst of pink tutu magic in the heart of East Kilbride, right by the town hall. A whole family came along, Mum in a stylish tweed jacket and a skirt, Dad in his finest plaid shirt, and their little girl in the cutest little dress with a touch of pink… They watched in wide-eyed awe as I spun and danced to a glorious soundtrack of pop hits. It really melted my little pink tutu-loving heart. They all clapped so loud and made the little girl jump for joy with delight, it was magical!

Oh! And, of course, there's the iconic town square with the shopping mall - such a pink-tutu-lover's paradise! With so many shops to explore, I was practically bouncing off the walls with glee. Imagine all those dresses and those glittering accessories. My, my, I felt a real spark in my own fabulous self. Oh, I’m not telling tales here! But, let’s just say my luggage was a touch more pink and fluffy when I departed the following day, that’s all I’m saying!

East Kilbride, you’ve captured my heart. There was an event on that weekend at the town square with an amazing selection of handcrafted goods, from ceramics to handmade clothes and even handmade cards, all by talented artists from the local community! It made me really proud to support local businesses, even with just a few coins in a donation bucket! It's these small things that make a trip feel even more special.

In fact, my fellow pink tutu lovers, my heart is still brimming with glee after my adventures. East Kilbride, you're truly a gem of a place! It's a hidden pink-tutu-treasure in the heart of Scotland!

Oh, and one last thing! If you ever find yourself in East Kilbride, be sure to have a cup of tea! Trust me, a cuppa at one of their cafes was simply exquisite!

But, enough about my trip! You’ll all be excited to hear the latest in Pink Tutu Sparkle’s news! I’ve been working with some fabulous local artists and have new glitter cannons designed by the one and only Sparkle Queen, she made me two special pink, sparkle-filled cannons! Just the right level of pinkness to fill any dancefloor! The best bit about those cannons? Pink Tutu Sparkle can now have a confetti cannon in any colour she likes! I do love the sparkle! We are truly embracing the colours of pink, baby! And if anyone ever tries to say there isn't enough glitter in the world - well, I think they need a touch of the pink sparkle, too! But don’t worry, the tutus aren’t changing! No, we’ll be pink forever, even when we’re sporting sparkly glitter!

Catch ya next time, dearies. Keep those tutus high! And don't forget, a little bit of pink goes a long way! Stay sparkling!

Love and tutus,

Pink Tutu Sparkles.

P.S. Head to www.pink-tutu.com for more pinkness in your life! I can’t wait for the next day and to find new adventures and outfits! I'm pretty sure there's a secret pink tutu store in New York waiting to be discovered... so until next time, babes, stay fabulous!

#TutuQueen on 2011-07-14 stars in East Kilbride