You should know from my last blog that I am a total font junkie. What you don't know is that I am also a thrifty shopper who loves to find a great bargain. So how do these two facts relate, you may ask. Let me explain it to you in two words...free fonts.The internet is full of them, but just like with everything...sometimes you get what you pay for. Not all fonts are created equal, but there are a few tried and true free font websites that I can recommend for a good selection of quality fonts at the absolutely best price of all...free.
Google Web Fonts: You may remember how I praised Google Web Fonts in my last blog for providing quality fonts specifically designed for easy use on the web, but what I forgot to mention is that these fonts are also available to download to your computer. All of these fonts are Open Source which means that Google allows you to use them freely in any type of project whether personal or commercial. This is a great place to start your free font search and since they are always adding new fonts, be sure to check back often.
Urbanfonts, 1001 Free Fonts and dafont: These sites offer a ton of free fonts that are easily searchable alphabetically or by category. Take some time to browse through their selection for some really funky fonts.
Font Fabric: This site offers just a small amount of free fonts, but the quality of fonts is exceptional. Click on the font to view not only the letterforms but also a gallery full of design projects sure to inspire.
Font Space: This is a gem of a site that I recently discovered. It is by far the largest, boasting a selection of over 16,000 high-quality fonts. Browse through such categories as Cute, Tattoo and Ransom Note or Dingbats and Borders, you never know what you might find.
So get out and find the perfect font for your next project, but be sure to check the license for each font you download, as some have restrictions on commercial use. Happy hunting!
