Now that you know about the best types of fonts and the ones you should use/avoid when using your Cricut machine let’s dive into the best free fonts. Thin fonts, as I mentioned, are lovely, and they can be used just make sure they are big enough and you are using materials that don’t tear easily.Īlthough these are good practices, rules can be amended, so play with fonts, make mistakes, learn, enjoy your machine, and don’t be afraid to experiment. On the other hand, if you use vinyl, thin fonts are very easy to work with. When your fonts are thick, you can easily remove them from your mat, and you also have more room to make small and intricate projects.Īs you start making projects, you’ll get the feel of how thick your font needs to be, considering your materials.įor instance, if you are cutting a font for a cake topper (read my tutorial), you want a thick font because it will make your project stronger. The same thing happens with the thickness of your font. The smoothness of your fonts and images, in general, is essential because your machine will have an easier time cutting them. When using a Cricut or a cutting machine, your best allies for the final result of your projects will be smoothness and thickness. Now that you know all about the types of fonts let’s look at the things you need to look for and avoid in a font. These are what I call “doodle fonts.” They are one of my favorite typefaces because you are typing cute little images or icons instead of typing regular words.ĭoodle fonts add SO MUCH VALUE to any design, and I recommend them for making SVG files.Įvery dingbat font is different, and you can find them for every occasion you need! What to look for when using a font for cutting purposes They have flowers or pronounce swirls around them. Decorative Fontsĭecorative fonts are fonts whose letters are more than a “letter.” They look nice for monograms or invitations. They usually resemble cursive or calligraphy writing. The most common Script fonts are those gorgeous handwritten letters with curves and beautiful swirls. The extended use of these fonts can ruin your design or make it impossible to read. Scrip Fonts are what I call “fun fonts.” They add life and sparkle to your designs. Most likely, these fonts are pre-installed on your PC or phone. Here’s a standard font for each “Serif” font. You want to add balance.Īlthough they all share the “Serif” in their name, they are pretty different when you pay attention. You don’t want your Cricut Projects to look with all curvy fonts. They are also crucial during the design process because they add a certain level of order.
These fonts are everywhere, and they are the fonts people usually use to write papers, books, and essential documents.
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