Or alternatively, MS Paint if you really like punishing yourself.

/me loves Paint Shop Pro 7!

i have paint shop pro 7 & i love it jst dont have any clue how to do cool things....anyone no somewhere where there are lessons on skinning?

Not on skinning specifically, but check out www.guisoft.com - they have a couple tutorials on doing some cool things with PSP

hmmm any of you guys have anyweb sites with some info?

windowblinds: http://www.windowblinds.net/skinning/
objectbar: http://baren.comdotorg.com/objectbar/
winamp3: http://www.winamp.com/nsdn/winamp3x/skinning/links.jhtml
graphics (PSP general): http://www.pinoy7.com/psptutorials/default.htm

multiple skinning tutorials: http://www.lotsofskins.com/tutorials/

thanks man i appreciate iy

ok i give in im going to get gimp had to put in new harddrive and lost everything and im not going to get kazaa again because you guys showed me the light

cool... I've seen some great stuff done with the Gimp. It won't limit you in any way, it's a very powerful program.

Youthsmooth, I know you received a bit of a thumping - all well intended and absolutely correct - but I do empathize with your desire to learn and "create". As was said earlier, you don't necessarily need a string of qualifications in graphic design, or even drawing, to produce something admirable. If you have passion, some ideas that excite you and are prepared to practice lots... you'll get there! Find a friend who likes to draw; join a local art class - or just get a sheet of paper and a pencil and start sketching. Look carefully at everyday objects surrounding your computer, note the way light reflects on shiney objects, and how and where shadows are cast. Pick simple shapes such as squares, rectangles and circles; fill them with different textures and then make them look "lifelike". Be brave; find a mentor; practice. But, more than anything, have fun! And then, even if you haven't mastered the technical aspects of creating a skin, team-up with someone who already has those skills - ie you provide the "creative idea", they apply it to SkinStudio. Just make certain your creations are truly your own - NEVER copy other people's designs without their written permission. Good luck, lad, and enjoy your journey of discovery. We all look forward to seeing your artistic creations on these pages one day.

Hi Youthsmooth, welcome to WinCustomize! I have read all the posts above and would like to say that you have a definite advantage. You are young. I didn't get my first computer until I was 42 years old, and that was only about three years ago. I quickly got into making my desktop look cool, and wanted to make my own stuff too. My relatives very kindly gave me cash for my 43rd birthday and I bought Photoshop. In this fairly short time I have taught myself lots of things, and I love what I do. I may not be one of the most downloaded artists around, but I get a kick out of every single download that I get. You have a great opportunity to become one of the better artists of the future because time is on your side, and if you continue your interest and your study, you could be the next Treetog in a few short years.
My advice is: look at every tutorial you can get your hands on, and look at everybody elses work and see if you can reproduce it with what you have.
If you type "PSP tutorials" into any search engine (like www.google.com) you will get a massive list of free help that you will find invaluable.
If you want to see what an old guy has achieved in around 2 years, take a look at my stuff. It may not be the best, but I am very proud of it. https://www.wincustomize.com/skins.asp?AUTHORID=194
Just remember to make what YOU like first and foremost, and you'll do o.k.
Looking forward to your first submission, and if I can help in any way just let me know.