Print Penos 3 is a bold, very narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, crafts, playful, quirky, friendly, handmade, casual, handmade feel, approachable, whimsy, display impact, casual tone, wobbly, bouncy, tall, condensed, inky.
A tall, condensed hand-drawn print style with monoline-to-slightly tapered strokes and noticeable ink-like swelling at curves and terminals. Letterforms are upright with irregular stroke edges and subtly uneven widths, creating a lively rhythm across lines. Counters are generally narrow and tall; many capitals and numerals have simplified, poster-like silhouettes with occasional soft hooks and flicks on joins. Spacing appears compact and variable, reinforcing the organic, drawn-on look.
This font is best suited to short-to-medium display text where a handmade, informal tone is desired—such as headlines, posters, packaging, labels, invites, classroom or kids-oriented materials, and craft or DIY branding. Its condensed build can fit more characters into tight spaces while still feeling expressive, making it useful for punchy titles and callouts.
The overall tone feels playful and quirky, with a friendly, informal voice that reads like marker or brush lettering done quickly but confidently. Its bouncy proportions and imperfect edges add charm and approachability, giving text a whimsical, handmade personality.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, hand-rendered lettering with a consistent upright stance while preserving natural irregularities for warmth and personality. It prioritizes character and charm over strict geometric uniformity, aiming for an approachable, whimsical display voice.
Distinctive tall caps and narrow rounds make the font visually economical, while the irregular stroke modulation and slightly inconsistent shapes keep it from feeling mechanical. Numerals match the same hand-inked character, with simple forms and occasional flare at terminals that helps them blend naturally with the letters in display settings.