In this tutorial you will learn how to create a cross stroke border effect. You will need to use spray strokes filter for this effect. I have used a free stock image which is available from


Cross stroke border

Step 1

Open an image in Photoshop and then select Layer > New > Layer from Background.




Step 2

Select the rectangular marquee tool and make a selection around the image like below:




Step 3

Create a new layer mask by selecting Layer > Layer Mask > Reveal selection and you should get the following image below:




Step 4

Select Filter > Brushed Strokes > Sprayed strokes and you should get the following image.



You should now have a cross stroke border.