In today’s world, we are so used to reading and typing out perfectly shaped type-faced characters that we often forget how attractive a handwritten font can actually be. I’ve recently noticed the use of well-placed handwritten fonts throughout several of the websites that I commonly visit as well as various print media. They may be scribbled in the sidebar to highlight some categories, used to point out certain elements within a tutorial or even as the tagline of a logo.
Handwritten fonts add a bit of a personal touch to a design and are quite easy to implement. Fortunately, many individuals blessed with a beautiful penmanship have graciously donated their handwritten fonts for absolutely free. If you are looking to add a bit of a custom touch to your designs, check out the list below.
High-Quality Free Handwritten Fonts
Jenny
Luna Bar
Joyful Juliana
Mia’s Scribblings
Just Me Again Down Here
Aberration
Christopher Hand
PopStar Autograph
Green Piloww Regular
Rabiohead
Jellyka – Estrya’s Handwriting
Writing Stuff
Morgan
High Fiber
Especial Kay
Lefty Dave
Tesla, Regular
Hand of Sean
Journal
Salamander
Pencil Case
Matt Serif
Josschrift
Jerry’s Handwriting
Fabulous 50′s
Written by Shawn Ramsey
When I’m not brewing my own beer or hiking through the local National Forest, I’m busy building a more beautiful web.
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Great font list and also the image style for the post. Keep it up, dude!
Thanks Lam! I’m attempting to publish less list posts, so when I do decide to crank one out, I believe adding a personal touch helps to spice them up.
I appreciate the feedback and for your tweeting the round up!
I’m definitely the Jenny font. Looks exactly like mine. Nice roundup!
Jenny font does have a nice style to it. It just happens to be the one I’ve used in recent articles. Thanks Amie!
I love the presentation of the fonts. You’ve found some good ones for this list. Thanks! BTW – I’m a Josschrift handwriting,
I’m glad that you enjoyed the presentation of the fonts Cody. If I had to choose one that matched my writing style, I would have to go with the “Writing Stuff” font. Josschrift is a nice one. Thanks for the feedback!
Cool doodles and nice list of fonts.
Doodles are cool.
I’ve also noticed the use of handwritten fonts in several websites recently. Blog.spoongraphics and Webdesignerwall immediately come to mind.
In my opinion, they add a bit of character when used appropriately and in moderation. With web design, you have to be conscious of where they appear for it to work in your favor.
You’ve definitely found some good fonts here and I will be bookmarking for future reference.
Thanks!
Are you reading my mind Ashley? Those two specific websites immediately come to mind when I think of handwritten fonts being applied to web design.
Without a doubt, they can become quite attractive when used sparingly and in the appropriate context.
Thanks Ashley!
Nice font pack… i should pick some to test one some web sites that im doing… very useful list! keep going the good work!!!
Wish I could also make these type of fonts :)
Nice collection of fonts. Thank you for sharing. Keep on posting.
Beautiful fonts!
Thanks!
Awesome useful fonts – these would perfectly go with my sketchy drawings. Thanks!
I really like pencil case! It would work well for a child related site. Thanks for sharing this great collection!
I have to say that for the past couple of hours i have been hooked by the impressive articles on this website. Keep up the wonderful work.
great fonts, Thanks