Here is a little something something for you all looking to do gradiant borders. This may not fit everyones taste but you can use it to partially what you are looking for.
I personally am using this XAML as a backdrop template for my Silverlight apps, when doing stuff like Login overlays, or ad-hoc data entry that requires immediate information...
Full DisclosureThis is a feeder tutorial from the original post by
Mike SnowLive example that this Tutorial was build off of:
Silverlight 3D TestNeedsDevelopment Environments- Visual Studio (2005, 2008, Express)
- Silverlight 3 development addons
- XAML Editor (if using 2005 & Express)
- Alot of patience
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