How do I create my own Icons?

I have actually created some in the past but i was limited to some very crude tools within an icon making application. It seems to me you "should" be able to make icons with Photoshop, but i do not understand the process.

An icon is mainly a bitmap isn't it?

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- HandsOff

 

have you tried this. i havent, and im not sure if its what you are looking for or not
from the same site
http://www.dirfile.com/utilities_icon_tools-1.htm
more icon tools
http://www.freewarehome.com/Desktop/Cosmetic_Tools/Icon_Tools_t.html

 

Good page on "Creation." Another here.
Still more.....

http://img58.exs.cx/img58/1953/Capture9-24-2004-84007PM.jpg

GF

 

i just used this to make an icon. there are many that are much better. if you are interested post, and i'll give you the details