The Ultimate Guide to Fonts and Clip Art for TPT SellersHow do you know which fonts, clip art, and images are actually safe to use in your TPT products, and which ones could land you in trouble? If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by licensing rules or confused about where to find high quality visuals for your resources, this episode will clear it all up in a way that finally makes sense. In this episode, Lindsay breaks down exactly where you can source fonts, clip art, and photographs for commercial use, how licensing works across Google, Microsoft, Canva, and TPT, and the simple steps you can take to protect your store by following terms of use correctly. You’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and a plan for building visually consistent, on-brand resources that buyers can recognize instantly. Key Discussion Points: [00:00:41] What You Can Safely Use in TPT Products Why licensing matters and how to avoid using visuals that could violate terms of use. [00:01:42] Where to Find Fonts for Commercial Use A breakdown of Google Fonts, Microsoft Business fonts, and how to know which platforms allow commercial use. [00:02:46] Google vs. Microsoft Licensing Explained What Google Workspace allows, why Microsoft requires a business subscription, and how this impacts TPT sellers. [00:03:31] Canva Free, Canva Pro, and Canva for Educators What each version includes, which licenses allow commercial use, and why Canva for Educators cannot be used for TPT resources. [00:04:27] Using Fonts from TPT Creators How to find font artists on Teachers Pay Teachers, what to look for in licensing, and why TPT fonts can strengthen your brand. [00:05:44] Choosing Fonts for Covers vs. Inside Your Resources Why readability matters, when cutesy fonts work, and how early readers influence font choices. [00:07:03] Additional Places to Source Fonts Where sites like Creative Fabrica and DaFont fit in and how to confirm commercial licensing. [00:08:50] Finding and Choosing Clip Art Why consistency matters for branding, how to choose long-term clip art styles, and where to find reliable collections. [00:09:39] Canva Clip Art Do’s and Don’ts How to use clip art safely inside Canva and the one layout rule you must follow. [00:10:21] Where to Find Commercial Use Images Websites like Pexels, Pixabay, and Unsplash, and when these are appropriate for older grade levels. [00:10:52] Finding Historically Accurate and Public Domain Images Resources like the Library of Congress and National Archives for social studies and history materials. [00:11:38] How to Read Terms of Use What to look for in commercial licenses and how to know whether you must flatten or secure your files. [00:12:10] Should You Invest in Fonts and Clip Art? Why free isn’t always best and how strategic investing improves branding and product quality. [00:13:41] Flattening and Securing Your Resources When flattening is required, how Canva’s flatten feature works, and why TPT sellers must understand this. [00:14:56] Where to Find Science, Biology, and Medical Images Public domain resources like the NIH Image Bank and CDC Image Library for STEM creators. [00:15:33] Building a Brand Kit in Canva Pro How brand kits streamline your design process and help you create cohesive covers, thumbnails, and previews. Important Resources: Canva + TPT: The Rules You Need to Know - https://youtu.be/lkCXjkYcN1Y?si=4QLmv-wp2RTMQbbo Flattening & Securing Made Easy - https://youtu.be/IB_-mQixnWg...