Print Sidom 9 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, youthful, approachability, informality, playfulness, handmade feel, rounded, chunky, blobby, hand-drawn, soft terminals.
A rounded, hand-drawn print style with thick, softly swelling strokes and minimal modulation. Letterforms are built from simple, inflated shapes with generous curves, blunt terminals, and slightly irregular contours that preserve a marker-like, organic feel. Counters are open and roomy, and spacing reads loose and easy, with mild unevenness in widths and proportions that reinforces the handmade rhythm.
This font performs best when used large, where its rounded shapes and hand-drawn texture can read clearly in headlines, short phrases, and display copy. It’s a natural fit for children’s materials, playful packaging, event posters, crafts, and casual branding that benefits from an approachable, human touch.
The tone is cheerful and approachable, with a goofy, comic warmth that feels personable rather than polished. Its bouncy forms and soft edges suggest an informal voice suited to lighthearted messages and kid-friendly branding.
The design appears intended to provide a friendly, easygoing handwritten print voice with strong presence and high charm. Its simplified geometry and soft stroke endings prioritize warmth and readability over precision, aiming for an inviting, fun display personality.
Capitals are simple and monoline in spirit, while lowercase adds extra character through asymmetrical joins and occasional exaggerated curves. Numerals follow the same rounded, soft-edged construction, keeping the set visually consistent for mixed text.