Print Tukew 8 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, children’s, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, retro, handmade warmth, approachability, casual voice, playful display, rounded, bouncy, soft, quirky, lively.
A casual, hand-drawn print style with rounded terminals and gently uneven stroke behavior that preserves a consistent overall rhythm. Letters show subtle wobble and varied curvature, with occasional tapering and slight flare at joins that evokes marker or brush-pen pressure. Uppercase forms are open and simplified with softened corners, while lowercase adds a bouncier texture through mixed shapes (notably in the single-storey a and g) and a slightly irregular baseline feel. Numerals are sturdy and rounded, matching the friendly proportions of the alphabet.
Works well for packaging, café or boutique branding, posters, greeting cards, and headline treatments where a friendly, informal voice is desired. It can also suit children’s materials and hobby/craft projects, and remains readable in short blocks of copy when set with comfortable leading.
The tone is warm and approachable, leaning playful and slightly retro. It reads as conversational and human, with enough irregularity to feel personal without becoming messy or hard to parse. The overall impression is lighthearted and informal, suitable for designs that want charm rather than precision.
Likely designed to capture the charm of quick hand lettering in a clean, repeatable font: lively shapes, rounded finishes, and mild irregularity that communicates personality while staying legible.
Spacing appears generous with clear counters and open apertures that keep long text readable despite the handmade texture. The italic-like softness comes from curved strokes and rounded ends rather than true slanting, giving it an easygoing, crafted look at display sizes and in short paragraphs.