Christmas Ornaments
In just a few simple steps, we will learn how to create a nice and shiny christmas ornament for christmas themed graphics and designs..
![]() |
Start a new document, mine is 200px by 200px. Use the ECLIPSE shape tool |
![]() |
Apply the following layer styles to this shape: Layer » Layer Style: » Gradient
Overlay |
![]() |
Create a new layer Then set your foreground color to white, and select the BRUSH tool, with brush size 27px SOFT edge. Then on this new layer, draw a white blob over the shape, creating a sparkling/shiny effect. Now set this layer's blending mode to overlay. |
![]() |
Select the Rounded Rectangle shape tool
press D to reset your colors. Set the radius to around 3 - 5px. Then draw a verticle shape on top of the ball. |
![]() |
Now go to Edit » transform » warp. Now drag the four BOTTOM handles outwards to create the shape like the picture on the left. Then apply the following layer styles to this shape. |
![]() |
Create a NEW layer select the circle marquee tool and make an oval selection above the yellow shape... Now go to Edit » Stroke » Then CTRL+D to deselect. |
![]() |
Apply the same layer style as the yellow shape above and we're done!
|
EXAMPLE -
DOWNLOAD PSD FILE |
Like this tutorial? Share it




