Print Oblab 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, kids projects, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, whimsical, human warmth, informal voice, handmade texture, casual readability, rounded, brushy, organic, bouncy, textured.
A lively hand-drawn print face with rounded forms and a brush-marker feel. Strokes show slight wobble and visible texture, with softened terminals and gentle tapering that creates an uneven, natural rhythm. Letterforms are generally compact and narrow, with irregular internal spacing and subtle baseline bounce that reinforces the drawn-by-hand character. Counters are simple and open, and shapes favor smooth curves over sharp geometry, keeping the overall color warm and approachable.
Best suited for short to medium-length text where a personable, handmade impression is desired—such as packaging, café menus, event flyers, posters, social graphics, and craft-oriented branding. It also works well for children’s materials and informal signage, especially at display sizes where the textured stroke edges can be appreciated.
The tone is informal and upbeat, reading like quick marker lettering on paper. Its imperfect edges and varied stroke energy add personality and charm, giving text a friendly, handcrafted voice rather than a polished, corporate one.
The design appears intended to emulate quick, confident marker lettering: readable, compact, and full of small human irregularities. It prioritizes warmth and character over strict uniformity, aiming for an approachable, everyday handwritten print look.
Uppercase and lowercase share a consistent marker-drawn construction, with noticeable variation from glyph to glyph that feels intentional rather than mechanical. Numerals match the same casual, rounded treatment, maintaining a cohesive texture across mixed-content settings.