Font Creation Resources
February 18, 2009
So you’ve got a great idea for a new font but don’t know where to begin to make it happen? Well Here’s a concise list of Free Programs and Great Articles to get you started.
Free Programs
- FontStruct - Allows you to build fonts from shapes and structures in an online environment
- FontForge - Probably the best free download program. Gives you all the features you need to create completely original and usable fonts. Good instructions and information given on site.
- Font Creator Home Edition - A more basic option but still a good functional package
- Your Fonts - Make a font from your handwriting. Limited applicability but makes things a lot simpler if this is all you’re after.
Useful Articles
- So You Want To Create A Font. Part 1
- So You Want To Create A Font. Part 2
- How to Design A Font: {Part 1} Get Inspired!
- How to Design A Font: {Part 2} Draw Up a Storm!
- How to Design A Font: {Part 3} Make It Digital!
- How to Design A Font: {Part 4} Finishing Touches
- Helping GeekKids Create Their Own Fonts
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