You must consult taste, and fineness, and tone." "I dare too much," he muttered.
She smiled approbation, and settled herself to listen to another story.
"I don't know what you'll make of this," he said apologetically.

"It's a funny thing.

I'm afraid I got beyond my depth in it, but my intentions were good.

Don't bother about the little features of it.

Just see if you catch the feel of the big thing in it.