Printable Serif Font Pairing Guide
This one-page guide is for anyone choosing serif and sans-serif combinations for print, web, or classroom projects. It includes a simple table with columns for Heading, Body, and Mood, plus examples like Georgia with Arial, Playfair-style Didone with clean geometric sans, and Garamond-style with humanist sans. It also notes to use generic families or fonts you already own.
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Use it as a quick reference when picking type for posters, worksheets, newsletters, or brand mockups. Compare the mood column first, then match a heading face to a body face that fits the same tone. Print it or keep the PDF open while you build your layout.
Good for
- Choose serif and sans-serif font pairs
- Match type styles by mood
- Plan headings and body text
Tip: Print at actual size and keep it near your workspace for fast font checks.
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