You can be honest, but not at the risk of hurting a friend. I would never tell a friend that something is bad. I would say it is interesting, which it is, but I would never say it is ugly or doesn't look good. I am not that kind of person. I wouldn't hurt a friend for anything. I don't lie, but I don't say anything that would jeopardize a friendship or hurt the friend. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I am smart enough to realize that something I make or do or say may not be right. I don't need someone else to tell me. Sorry, but I can't go overboard with the truthful thing or honesty thing. I will try to bring out what my friend is thinking and then help her without hurting her. Edie