Print Gyred 2 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, branding, playful, handmade, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade feel, friendly display, informal voice, approachable branding, rounded, chunky, soft, bouncy, cartoonish.
A compact, hand-drawn print with rounded, slightly chunky strokes and softly irregular contours. Letterforms show gentle wobble and subtle asymmetry, creating a lively rhythm while keeping clear silhouettes. Curves are full and open, terminals tend toward blunt or lightly tapered ends, and counters remain generous for readability. The overall texture feels consistent but intentionally imperfect, with minor variation in stroke edges and spacing that reinforces a drawn-by-hand look.
Well-suited to children’s and family-oriented materials, casual packaging, and friendly branding where a human touch is desirable. It works particularly well for short headlines, labels, and display copy, and can also serve for brief passages when a relaxed, informal voice is appropriate.
The tone is warm and approachable, with a playful, slightly mischievous character. Its informal, bouncy shapes suggest craft, classroom, and DIY contexts rather than formal editorial typography.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand lettering in a clean, legible print style. It balances consistent construction with just enough irregularity to feel personal and spontaneous, aiming for approachable display typography with a craft-like texture.
Uppercase forms read bold and simplified, while lowercase adds extra personality through varied bowls and ascenders/descenders. Numerals are similarly rounded and friendly, matching the letters without becoming overly decorative.