Print Upkus 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, kids, posters, social media, craft branding, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, handwritten warmth, casual readability, friendly branding, informal display, rounded, monoline, soft terminals, slightly irregular, condensed.
A monoline handwritten print with rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms are generally condensed with open counters and gentle curves, while subtle irregularities in stroke edges and alignment keep the texture organic rather than geometric. Capitals are simple and upright with slightly softened joins, and the lowercase maintains a consistent, readable structure with modest ascenders/descenders. Numerals follow the same casual construction, with smooth bends and minimal contrast for an even, steady rhythm in text.
Well-suited for packaging, labels, classroom or kids-oriented materials, and cheerful display copy where a handmade feel is desired. It also works nicely for posters, invitations, and social media graphics that need an approachable, casual voice without resorting to connected script.
The overall tone is friendly and informal, with a lightly whimsical, hand-drawn character that feels personable and unpretentious. Its narrow, tidy footprint reads as neat and contemporary, while the imperfect smoothness adds warmth and approachability.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, everyday hand printing—simple, readable, and friendly—while maintaining enough consistency to function in sentences and short paragraphs. Its condensed proportions and rounded finishing suggest a practical display/text hybrid for informal communication.
In longer text, spacing appears even but not mechanical, producing a lively line texture. The design favors clarity over calligraphic flourish, with straightforward shapes and rounded details that help maintain legibility at moderate sizes.