Heyya

Hey there icon-ists.

I am currently trying to improve my icon skills. There are many different styles of icons out there and the one I am specifically seeking guidance with is:

  [both icons belong to/were created by kuppycakes]

My greatest difficulty is achieving the type of text effect used in icons such as these. If I could figure it out, I'd set it as a style and be good to go. Here are 2 examples of what I've been able to come up with:

 

Close.. but not quite.

So, anyone with advice, tutorials or resources - I would appreciate your help. :]

I use PS7.