This mini tutorial will show you how to create a custom corner image, which can then be used to make your own easy preset frames. Any dingbat font can be used with great results.

I am using PSP 8.1 for this tutorial but these could also be created in Version 7 or earlier versions.

You will need:
Paint Shop Pro - you can download a free 30-day trial from here.
Your choice of dingbat font or download one of these:
Border Corners  -  use letters a - z
Border Corners2 - use letters a - z
corners 1 - use letters A - L
corners 2 - use letters A - L
Deco Borders - use letters A - K
Dizzinz Corners - use letters A - X
Florid Victorian Ornament - use letters A - Z and a - z

Remember to save frequently

Step 1
Open a new transparent image 150 x 150
Set foreground and background to white.
Note: I have added a blue background layer to make the image clearer in the tute.

Step 2
Click on the Text Tool and select the dingbat of your choice.
For this tutorial I have used Florid Victorian Ornament - letter z.
Select "Floating" in the Create as box.

Step 3
Use the Mover Tool to position the dingbat in the top left hand or right hand corner - depending on the dingbat used.
Do not deselect.

Now comes the fun part!

Step 4
Go to Effects > Texture Effects > Sculpture and select the Gold preset or another one of your choice.
I have changed the colour to a lighter shade to tone down the image.

Step 5
Alternatively, use your favourite Super Blade Pro pre-set or other plug-in to enhance your corner.

Step 6
Save your corner in .psp format or export it as a tube.
Instructions for making a single tube are here.
 Don't forget to delete the coloured background layer if you used one so you have a transparent background.

Notes

It may be necessary to change the font size, depending on the dingbat chosen, to suit your own requirements.
This mini tute is a guide only - be adventurous!
 Experiment with different textures, colours and presets to enhance your corner.
Use the Deformation Tool to rotate an image as required.

If you have any problems with this tutorial don't hesitate to contact me.

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