Step 1
Create a new image.

Step 2
Write the text you want for the final image.

Step 3
Feather the selection 6 pixels.

Step 4
Fill in the selection with the color of your choice.

Step 5
Write the text again, in the color you want in the center.

Step 6
Center the text in the feathered background and save!



VARIATION

After 6...

Step 7
Use the magic wand and select outside of the image.

Step 8
Hit control-shift-i and then you have only your text selected.

Step 9
Add 30% noise.

Step 10
Do a motion blur to any direction.

Step 11
Add a hot wax coating with a light blue and you're done (again :).



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