PSE 8 - Saving Custom Brushes (.abr)

I'm trying to save a file as a brush to stamp on my photos, as sort of a watermark.
I've done this before, and actually, just wanted to edit the one that I've done this to.  But it was a while ago, and I can't remember how I did it.  I know I eventually have to use Preset Options, but how do I even save the file as a brush before that?
Please help!
Thank you!

Here are 2 links with additional details:
http://www.myjanee.com/tuts/brush/cbrush7.htm
http://graphicssoft.about.com/od/pselements/ss/custombrush.htm?nl=1

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