Print Kikew 3 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, social graphics, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, approachable, handwritten feel, friendly tone, informal display, everyday notes, rounded, bouncy, monoline, soft terminals, open counters.
A casual, hand-drawn print style with rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. The linework reads largely monoline, with gentle wobble and small irregularities that keep the texture human without becoming messy. Letterforms lean on simple, open constructions (notably in bowls and counters), and the rhythm feels slightly bouncy due to varied character widths and uneven stroke placement. Overall spacing is moderately loose, supporting clarity in short phrases while preserving an informal, marker-like presence.
Works well for kid-friendly and casual communication such as children’s materials, playful posters, craft or boutique packaging, and social or promotional graphics. It’s especially effective for headlines, labels, and short-to-medium text where a friendly handmade tone is desired.
The font conveys a warm, upbeat tone—informal, personable, and lightly quirky. Its relaxed shapes and imperfect edges suggest a friendly voice suited to conversational messaging rather than formal typography.
Designed to emulate neat, informal hand lettering with a consistent marker-pen feel—prioritizing approachability and quick readability while preserving natural variation and charm.
Capitals are straightforward and legible, with rounded geometry and simplified joins that maintain a consistent hand-rendered feel. Numerals match the same casual construction and softness, integrating well in mixed text. The texture remains coherent across the set, balancing charm with readability.