The layer’s parameters: Fill 0%
Blending Options>Gradient Overlay



Gradient’s parameters:

 



Next we’ll introduce on the picture the fur, applying the same tool. Its layer will be placed also lower than the previous one on the layers’ panel.



The layer’s parameters: Fill 0%
Blending Options>Gradient Overlay



Gradient’s parameters:

 



Next we have to represent the Santa’s trousers, colored with #FF0000. The operation needs the Rectangle Tool (U). The shape can be changed with the Convert Point Tool. The layer must be placed lower than the previous one on the layers’ panel.



Take the Pen Tool (P) to represent Santa’s boot of black color. Make the corrections on its shape with the Convert Point Tool.

 

Combine in a group the layers having on them the trousers and the black boot (press Ctrl button to mark out the appropriate layers and hold on left mouse’s button to take the marked layers on Create a new group option). Make a copy of the group and select the Free Transform option to turn around the copy and place the copy the way indicated below.



Use now the Pen Tool (P) to draw the black Santa’s belt, making the corrections on the element with the Convert Point Tool.



It’s time to represent the buckle on the belt. Choose white color for the element. For the beginning select the Pen Tool (P) to represent the element’s zone and then press Alt button while using the Ellipse Tool (P) to cut out an opening on the buckle. Make the necessary changes on the buckle with the Convert Point Tool.



The layer’s parameters: Blending Options>Drop Shadow