Even experts run into problems. Here is how to fix the three biggest headaches.
Typing directly into Design Space often results in disconnected letters. Use these workarounds to ensure your text flows correctly: Cutting Arabic: Top Fonts for Cricut Machines arabic fonts for cricut
Now that your font is ready, what can you make? Even experts run into problems
Here is a breakdown of where to source your fonts and what to look for. Use these workarounds to ensure your text flows
| Font Name | Style | Best For | Connectivity | |-----------|-------|----------|---------------| | | Modern, rounded | Decals, t-shirts | Excellent | | Reem Kufi | Geometric sans-serif | Stencils, signs | Very good | | Amiri | Traditional serif | Cards, invitations | Good (may need minor spacing adjustment) | | Fustat | Bold display | Large vinyl quotes | Excellent | | Tajawal | Clean, wide | Readable small text | Very good |
Arabic is fundamentally a cursive script where most letters change shape based on their position (initial, medial, final, or isolated). Standard digital Arabic fonts handle this through complex OpenType layout features—something Cricut Design Space historically struggled with. Many users have reported that imported Arabic text appears as disconnected, isolated letters (e.g., “س ل ا م” instead of “سلام”). This occurs because Design Space does not fully support contextual shaping out of the box.
How do you get those beautiful, flowing curves from your screen to your mat? This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about sourcing, installing, welding, and cutting Arabic fonts with Cricut.