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Font Pairing by Fun With SVGs

Font Pairing does not have to be complicated. I look around the web and see so much confusion and wordy blog posts concerning font pairing. It is a simple concept and I provide a link to a printable PDF for you below.

However, I would not be doing you any justice if I did not explain a little about what makes up a font. These factors make fonts compatible with each other (or not).  The first thing you need to consider when font pairing is whether or not the font is serif or sans serif. As pictured below serif fonts have the little “feet” or endings on the letter a sans serif font does not. Second, we have script fonts that will mimic cursive writing. And third, take a look at all those beautiful hand lettered fonts that are a HUGE trend right now. Keep these ideas in mind when font pairing in the future.

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When you consider font pairing for your project, mix them up not only in size and weights, but with serifs and scripts. You want to avoid using two of the same types of fonts in one project. However, if you are utilizing a font family the weights of the font pairing is provided by the font designer. This should help provide you with the variance you need. But always take into consideration what works well for that font family.

Lastly, as you will notice on the PDF (link below), I have tucked words in to each other. This adds much needed interest to SVGs and word art. Please keep this in mind on your next project, I can always tell when someone is new to font pairing. Trust me, I continue to grow in this area as time passes. Also, keep in mind kerning (the space between letters shown above), as “bad kerning” happens and legibility is key (google it, but beware … you may be offended by what you find).

Please feel free to download this printable file and post it near your work station to have it ready when you are designing your next project.

Download printable PDF Font Pairings by Fun With SVGs

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Instructions to UnZip and Upload SVG Files

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Instructions to UnZip SVG Files

Please read these instructions to unzip svg files. Once you have downloaded a zipped file from Etsy or other on-line source you need to follow these steps to get it into your Cricut Design Space Software. * Silhouette Studio Video is linked below.

Cricut Design Space

  • First, Locate your downloaded file
  • Right click on it, choose extract all, and save to a location on your hard drive
  • Locate the SVG file (usually shown with an Internet icon)
  • Next Open Design Space
  • Click on New Project
  • Click on upload on the left side of mat
  • Click on upload image
  • Finally,  Browse to the folder that you saved your files to and choose the svg.
  • Un-group, slice or whatever you wish to do to create your project.

You Tube Instructions

Cricut Design Space
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgewC02OBQc&feature=youtu.be

Silhouette Users
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ivucMjxxqSw&feature=youtu.be

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Printable Instructions SVG UN-ZIP_UPLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Fun With SVGs creates cutting files for your personal or commercial needs.

While using these files remember that they are thoughtfully inspired and designed with clean cut lines. As a result, this saves wear and tear on your machine. Also, with you in mind, all requests are welcome, please ask us for details.

Rather than only using card-stock for Scrapbook Pages and Paper Crafts, use these SVG cut files and your imagination to create your custom Wall Art and Décor for your Home or Office. In addition, try your hand using HTV Vinyl on T-shirts, Onesies, or other Clothing. Above all, create those wonderful Glass Blocks, Decals and Stickers with 631 or 651 Vinyl. Most noteworthy creations are Wood Signs, Yard Signs, Coffee Cups, and Tumblers. Give it a try, the possibilities are endless and we want to see your creations at FunWithSVGs Facebook Group

Fun With SVGs creates cutting files for your personal or commercial needs. While using these files remember that they are thoughtfully inspired and designed with clean cut lines. As a result, this saves wear and tear on your machine. Also, with you in mind, all requests are welcome, please ask us for details.

Rather than only using card-stock for Scrapbook Pages and Paper Crafts, use these SVG cut files and your imagination to create your custom Wall Art and Décor for your Home or Office. In addition, try your hand using HTV Vinyl on T-shirts, Onesies, or other Clothing. Above all, create those wonderful Glass Blocks, Decals and Stickers with 631 or 651 Vinyl. Most noteworthy creations are Wood Signs, Yard Signs, Coffee Cups, and Tumblers. Give it a try, the possibilities are endless and we want to see your creations at FunWithSVGs Facebook Group

File Formats Included

  • SVG, EPS, AI, PNG and DXF
    *DXF files are compatible with Silhouette Studio Basic. However, please check your machine’s compatibility with the above file formats so you get the best performance.
    Also, please contact us for personal attention and additional file types that you may need.

Software Requirements

  • Cricut Design Space
  • Silhouette Studio Designer
  • Brother ScanNCut
  • Sure Cuts a Lot
  • Make the Cut
    Also, All electronic vinyl cutting machines used in the professional commercial setting.

You can edit the files with Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator (Creative Cloud), Corel Draw, and Inkscape.

Refund Policy

Due to the electronic nature of the file, NO REFUNDS will be given. Please contact me or any issues concerning any defects in the file, and I will be happy to assist you.

Copyright Information

Fun With SVGs owns the copyright to these designs which are protected under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 and legal action will be taken for anyone who traces, re-sells or states ownership in part or whole of any design found in any of our selling platforms, including our Etsy store, Vinyl Designs Cut and Create, Design Bundles or Facebook and other social media. See Terms

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