Hello darlings! It's your favourite Pink Tutu Queen, ready to whisk you away to a day filled with sparkles, pink, and tutus! This is blog post number 6111, a celebration of all things fabulous, and you can find it on my ever-growing website, www.pink-tutu.com!
The train journey to Ilkeston was an adventure in itself, with a group of cheeky children trying to sneak a peek at my glorious, full-length pink tutu. I swear, it has a magical aura – I just have to look at it and feel the confidence and sparkle begin to bloom within!
Speaking of magical, the performance itself at the Ilkeston Arts Centre was a dream! It was a family-friendly show, so my outfit was a delicate, tiered tutu, complete with fluffy pink boas and sequined feather head-dress. The children were mesmerized by my twirls and poses, especially the big dramatic finish with the dramatic pink confetti cannon! I always aim to include plenty of crowd participation and laughter in my acts - spreading the pink joy, one glittery giggle at a time!
I love performing in small towns like Ilkeston – the audiences are so warm and appreciative. I'm especially touched when kids approach me after the show, with big, sparkling eyes and a shy smile. I love it! My favourite moment was this little boy in a bright pink shirt – he wanted to know if my tutu was made of real feathers! I always find myself encouraging them to embrace their creativity and shine bright.
Now, after every performance I like to enjoy a local delicacy - so this time, it was a hot, crusty, pork pie! Mmm- delicious! After the yummy pie, I enjoyed exploring the little market that set up on the square every Friday. It was bursting with local crafts, fresh flowers, and that delicious aroma of freshly baked bread! It's those unique finds and moments that really make my heart flutter with delight.
Now, you may be wondering about my other day job, and if I’m ever on stage at a local market – well, that's the dream, and I'm slowly but surely working towards it. For now, though, I’m a scientist, testing fabrics in a lab, trying to bring that magical, sparkling feeling of a pink tutu to clothes we wear every day. But as the sun sets, the tutu goes on, and I become Pink Tutu Sparkles, spreading joy and colour wherever I go.
The night’s adventure wasn’t complete yet, and I couldn't leave without enjoying some true local colour! I made my way to the town’s local theater, the 'Ilkeston Players'. Their production was a musical, 'The Sound of Music'! I found a lovely little tearoom across from the theater to enjoy some sweet treats and to admire all the beautiful pink and yellow blossoms blooming along the brick sidewalks!
It was another delightful experience to discover, like finding a beautiful, unexpected flower tucked in between concrete and brick! That's why I love exploring all these beautiful little towns, because the hidden treasures that often turn up are really special – like finding a pink tutu nestled in a box at a local antique shop, or that vintage hat store in the market that would be perfect to accessorize a stunning pink outfit.
After a full day of sparkles and adventures, I headed home on a train – tired but content, with my heart filled with that beautiful Pink Tutu joy! It’s this unending joy, this vibrant sparkle, and my love for spreading that positive energy that fuels my Pink Tutu journey! I hope to see you all soon on my next big adventure. Remember, if you ever see me around town, be sure to say hi! And please, feel free to tell me what YOU would do if you found a beautiful pink tutu tucked away in your grandma's attic waiting for a little extra magic to bloom. Until then, happy swirling, darlings!
Much love and many pink kisses, Pink Tutu Sparkles 💕💖👑
