Hey there,
Bravo and good on you. I do so love the quaking in your boots feeling from talking to a gorgeous woman (in our corner of the world, that means incredibly beautiful silky long hair)
I agree that your compliment probably made her day
I totally agree that you came off without sounding like you were hitting on her.
Next step? my advice? Once you've made that good connection with her, why not ask to hang out?
"Hey, I'd love to get to know you more, can I call you some time? Can I have your cell #?"
Or some variant
Bravo once again my friend.
Sincerely,
Vancouver Guy