Transparent Box
A transparent box can look great on a simple layout. You can write a text over it or just simply use it as decoration. I will try to explain how to make a transparent box on this page.
Step 1: Firstly, find a picture you want to use, I'll be using this one:
Step 2: Now use the rectangle tool, which looks like this:
to make a rectangle on your picture in the size you want(you can edit the rectangle afterwards if you're not happy with it). You also can move the box around and put it where you want it.
Step 3: Change the opacity of the rectangle layer to around 50 or 60%. Add some text and decoration and you're done! Here's my finished result:

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Vibeke. 20 years old. February 23. Norway. Asker. green eyes. brown hair. soccer player.
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Layout up since October 1. It was made by Vibeke in Paint Shop Pro 9. Featuring Vibeke & Jan Christopher. Fonts used: Ambrosia. Texture from here.
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