If you want to make your own fonts, you don't need to know how to program. You just need to know where to find the tools. This article helps you find ways to create the font of your dreams for little to no cost.
Arguably, there are tons of thousands of fonts in existence. This is why it is such a preponderance that with all of this variety sometimes you just can’t find the one that you want. If after a reasonable amount of time looking you cannot find what you need you are presented with two options. Option one, is use a less than perfect font. This is not really an attractive option when you think about how the wrong font can throw off the entire asthetic of a project. The second choice is to make your own font. This option can sound a bit intimidating at first, but you can make your own fonts easily.
Handwriting Style Fonts
If you want to make a font based on your own handwriting (or the writing of a family member, friend or friendly neighborhood calligrapher) then you can use a service known as Fontifier. You simply download a template, add in the handwriting, scan it, and upload. Then you will get a preview. If it's not perfect don’t stress. There is a built-in editor where you can make changes. Then you pay a small fee ($9) and your font will be created.
Geometric Shape Fonts
If your font is more about shapes than scripts you can use a free site called Font Struct. Your font will be built from geometric shapes. You will have to design each letter individually on the site but this option is free. Just be aware that you will not be able to lay sole claim to these fonts. They are posted on the site for everyone to share. Knowing that, you may want to check out the archives before you make your font. What you need may be ready and waiting for you.
Conclusion
There are options that will allow you to get the font of your dreams without too much trouble. Sure, some of the free options may take up a bit of your time, but it will be well worth it when you see the end results. Don’t forget your bragging rights to your friends. Just don’t get too puffed up, your friends might find this article, too.