If you do want textured or colored backgrounds, the text should be large and contrasting to stand out. The following list links to samples of sidebars, textures, and patterns I've created, some using objects and photos I've scanned:

Sidebars

sm. oval button graphic Blend
sm. oval button graphicShadow
sm. oval button graphicTorn
sm. oval button graphicPines
sm. oval button graphicFlower
sm. oval button graphicLace


Tiled Patterns

sm. oval button graphicBurlap
sm. oval button graphicCanvas
sm. oval button graphicMud
sm. oval button graphicCement
sm. oval button graphicGrain
sm. oval button graphicStucco
sm. oval button graphicFiber
sm. oval button graphicTwirl
sm. oval button graphicDabs


Object Tiled Patterns

sm. oval button graphicCube
sm. oval button graphicCat
sm. oval button graphicRosebed


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