Print Dabab 16 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, children’s books, craft packaging, posters, headlines, playful, casual, whimsical, friendly, hand-drawn, human warmth, informal clarity, handmade feel, friendly display, monoline, rounded, open counters, airy, quirky.
A casual hand-drawn print with lightly modulated strokes and slightly irregular curves that keep the rhythm lively without becoming messy. Forms are generally open and rounded, with softly finished terminals and a consistent, single-stroke feel. Proportions vary naturally from letter to letter, and spacing feels relaxed; bowls and counters stay clear, helping legibility at display and short-text sizes.
Works well where a human, informal voice is desired: invitations and greeting cards, children’s and educational materials, craft or boutique packaging, and poster headlines. It also suits short paragraphs or captions when you want text to feel personal and friendly without sacrificing clarity.
The overall tone is approachable and gently quirky, like neat marker or pen lettering used for informal notes. It reads warm and personal rather than polished or corporate, with a hint of storybook charm.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, unconnected handwriting with consistent simplicity and a light, approachable presence. It prioritizes readability and charm over strict geometric precision, giving layouts a personable, hand-made finish.
Uppercase shapes are simple and readable with subtle idiosyncrasies (especially in curved letters), while the lowercase keeps a tidy handwritten cadence. Numerals match the same airy, drawn-by-hand character, staying clear and unobtrusive in running text.