Print Tikiv 8 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: kids, posters, packaging, headlines, invitations, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, handmade, handmade feel, playful display, casual branding, friendly tone, marker look, rounded, bouncy, brushy, organic, chunky.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and a slightly brushy edge. Letterforms are simplified and monoline-leaning with gentle swelling at curves, producing medium contrast and soft terminals rather than sharp corners. Proportions are tight and somewhat condensed, with uneven character widths and a lively baseline rhythm that mimics quick marker lettering. Counters are generally open and generous for the weight, while joins and curves keep an intentionally imperfect, organic consistency.
Well suited for short to medium-length display copy where a friendly, hand-lettered voice is desired—such as children’s materials, casual posters, playful packaging, party invitations, social graphics, and branded headings. It can also work for brief emphasis text in informal UI or labels when a personable tone is more important than strict typographic neutrality.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a bouncy, cartoon-like energy that reads as informal and fun. Its handmade irregularities add personality and charm, suggesting spontaneity rather than precision or formality.
Designed to capture the feel of bold marker handwriting in an unconnected print style, prioritizing approachability and character over mechanical uniformity. The condensed proportions and heavy strokes aim to keep text compact and attention-grabbing while maintaining a soft, friendly silhouette.
Uppercase and lowercase share a cohesive, rounded construction, and the numerals match the same chunky, hand-lettered feel. The weight and tight spacing make it visually assertive, while the soft shapes keep it from feeling harsh.