Print Tely 2 is a very bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, branding, signage, playful, handmade, quirky, retro, folksy, handmade impact, friendly display, retro signage, playful branding, rounded terminals, soft corners, bouncy rhythm, irregular geometry, ink-like.
This typeface uses chunky, compact letterforms with a noticeably hand-drawn regularity—consistent enough to read smoothly, but with small quirks in curves, joins, and proportions that keep it from feeling mechanical. Strokes alternate between thick, blocky stems and slimmer connecting curves, creating a lively internal contrast and a slightly inky, cutout-like silhouette. Terminals are mostly rounded or softly blunted, counters are tight, and the overall spacing feels compact, giving lines a dense, poster-friendly texture.
It works best in short, prominent settings such as posters, headlines, product packaging, logos, and shop-style signage where its bold shapes and handmade texture can carry the layout. It can also suit pull quotes and titling in editorial or entertainment contexts when a playful, retro-informal feel is desired.
The overall tone is friendly and characterful, with an informal, vintage-leaning personality. Its bouncy shapes and slightly irregular rhythm suggest hand lettering for signage or display, balancing charm with strong presence.
The design appears intended to mimic informal hand-drawn print lettering with strong visual weight and a compact footprint, prioritizing personality and impact over strict geometric uniformity. Its contrasting strokes, rounded finishing, and rhythmic irregularities aim to create a lively, approachable display voice.
Capitals read as tall and assertive, while lowercase has a compact, sturdy feel with occasional playful curls (notably in letters like j and y). Numerals are similarly stylized and slightly idiosyncratic, reinforcing the handmade, display-oriented voice.