I think I'm giving the wrong signals...

[storms4real]

Thanks!
Ok, thanks
storms

[byee]

Storms, this is actually quite easy! You need to clarify your needs here, you need to help her understand what your boundaries are. Tell her you really like her, she's really nice, but you're not into going out just yet. That way, you acknowledge her feelings, and you also explain your actions (or inactions) in a way that's pretty neutral, you're actually taking responsibility for it.

Telling someone 'No' doesn't have to be a rejection if you provide an explanation that makes sense as is not the result of you not 'liking' her or not finding her attractive. And, it allows yo to maintain a friendship b/c you've set some boundaries/parameters/limits/expectations on it.

[rette_mich]

I think if something like that come up again to just bring it up in a nice way.
A lot of girls get really emotional about things like that but if she knows that you are not trying to lead her on then she is more likely to want to stay friends.
If she takes it hard, then she might take some time but I think eventually she will want to be your friend again because she will understand you did not want to hurt her feelings.