Hello my darlings, and welcome back to Pink Tutu Sparkles’ blog, your daily dose of glitter and twirls! Today, I'm whisking you away to Feltham, a delightful town in the heart of Middlesex. It may not be the first place that pops into your head when you think of "drag" or "pink tutus", but trust me, Feltham has become my latest obsession!
It all started with a whirlwind booking at the Feltham Folk Festival. Now, normally, folk music and I might be a bit, well, far apart, but this festival had a special charm to it. A kind, whimsical chap called Barnaby had booked me for the children's section, where I ended up spinning and dancing with a bunch of giggling little cherubs in my signature bubblegum-pink tulle. Barnaby insisted I join in with their Morris dancers and after just one twirl of my tutu in their circle, I knew that this town held a certain sparkle!
Now, when I told my mum, who I think was expecting tales of glitz and glamour, I think her first thought was, "Morris Dancers?! You and your tutus, what next?!", but the moment she saw me bounding back to the car, I knew it was time for a bit more Feltham in my life!
That night, after performing to a gaggle of giggling, awe-struck kids in a gloriously decorated village hall, we ventured out to discover this hidden gem of a town. And oh my, did it not disappoint! We stumbled upon the cutest little cafe nestled amidst charming Tudor cottages. I practically did a pirouette into that place, a cafe with fairy lights strung all across the ceiling and an afternoon tea to die for!
The owner, a lovely lady called Fiona with the kindest eyes, explained the local legend of "The Pink Tutu Fairy", a little sprite with wings and a dazzling pink tutu that was said to bless Feltham with happiness. And my darlings, after that glorious afternoon, I wouldn't be surprised if it were true!
Later, Fiona steered me towards Feltham House, an old mansion that was a joy to behold, boasting some truly spectacular gardens with a grand pond in the middle where a bunch of ducks, geese, and swans looked utterly unimpressed by my outfit. It was so picturesque I could practically hear my next song, a charming little ballet number, start to play. They even had a charming little gift shop that sold all manner of quirky little treasures, perfect for finding that unusual "Pink Tutu Sparkles" themed gift for a dear friend or (if I'm being honest), for my own growing collection!
After our explorations, we found ourselves on the platforms of Feltham station, ready for a grand old adventure by train! There's something so satisfying about zipping across the countryside, watching the scenery rush past the window as I gaze out in a deep meditative state of, well, "Tutu time". You wouldn’t believe the fabulous conversations I had on the journey back, about all things drag, ballet, and the importance of spreading pink tutu joy! There’s something special about finding common ground with strangers over a shared love of sparkle and laughter.
You see, my darlings, Feltham is much more than just a quaint little town on the edge of London; it's a place of unexpected magic and kindness, a place where a pink tutu queen can truly flourish. I even spotted a little shop called "Pink Lily Boutique," perfect for finding a special something to add to my growing collection of tutus. Oh, you know me, never a place for pink without a little extra glitter and sparkle.
As the day wound down, I took to the streets of Feltham, a vibrant little hub, to watch the sunset paint the sky a symphony of peach, lavender, and magenta, colours I could only imagine matching my new collection of feathered headpieces and sparkly boots. I thought of the smiling faces of those children and of Fiona, with her kind eyes and stories of magical fairies.
Feltham is the perfect place to escape, to discover the unexpected, and to spread the message of joy, all whilst feeling wonderfully and powerfully pink, tutu, and amazing! So, my darlings, put Feltham on your list of destinations; this town may not have glitter pavements and pink painted houses, but it sure does hold a place in my heart for the way it embraced this little pink tutu queen with open arms! Remember, the world is our stage and it's up to us to wear our pink tutus with pride. Until next time, keep sparkling, darlings!
Yours in sparkles and twirls, Pink Tutu Sparkles
