You know, I can relate - if I were given a gift, I would be gracious because for me it is a thought that counts - even if I didn't need or had no use for said gift, I won't be petty about it simply because hurting feelings is not my cuppa tea

However, I find that is not the case with others - they've no qualms telling to your face that they didn't like your gift or they don't want it - never understood the psychology of that