We have a Summer CursorFX contest going on, and I wanted to post some helpful resources for people getting started with both using and creating CursorFX themes.
Contest details: https://forums.wincustomize.com/409745
Getting CursorFX
CursorFX has both a free and Plus version available. The Plus version adds features such as effects, cursor trails, cursor resizing, coloring, and much more. More information and downloads can be found at the CFX website - https://www.stardock.com/products/cursorfx/.
Creating Custom Cursors
Both versions of CursorFX include a cursor editor which lets you easily create new cursor themes. You will need to create your graphics in another application, but the CFX Editor will allow you to put those images together into a cursor theme.
The WinCustomize Wiki has a bunch of resources for CursorFX and many other skinning programs.
Additional Resources