Print Emde 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, kids media, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, rustic, hand-lettered feel, casual display, tactile texture, friendly impact, chunky, brushy, textured, rounded, casual.
A chunky, hand-drawn print face with compact proportions and softly irregular outlines. Strokes are heavy and mostly monoline, with subtle wobble and organic tapering that suggests a marker or brush. Counters are small and rounded, curves are slightly lumpy, and terminals often end bluntly, giving the letters a cutout-like solidity. Spacing feels lively and uneven in an intentional way, while overall alignment remains steady enough for short text.
Well-suited for posters, titles, and display copy where a bold handmade feel is desirable. It also works for packaging, labels, craft branding, and playful editorial callouts, especially when you want a friendly, tactile look that stands out in short phrases.
The font conveys an informal, upbeat tone with a slightly rough, crafty edge. Its imperfect contours and bouncy rhythm read as personable and approachable, with a hint of playful mischief rather than polish or formality.
The design appears intended to emulate quick, confident hand lettering with a thick tool, prioritizing character and texture over geometric precision. Its compact, sturdy shapes aim for strong visual impact while keeping an informal, approachable personality.
Uppercase and lowercase share the same handmade texture and weight, creating a consistent voice across mixed-case settings. The heavy fill and tight interior spaces make it most effective at medium-to-large sizes, where the texture and rounded shapes remain clear.