Print Ibkiv 14 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, crafts, headlines, playful, casual, friendly, crafty, quirky, handmade feel, casual tone, display impact, approachability, brushy, rounded, bouncy, informal, hand-drawn.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, brush-like strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular, with gentle wobble in verticals and curves that creates a natural, marker-written texture. Counters are small to medium and often asymmetrical, and the overall rhythm is lively rather than rigid, with modest variation in character widths and spacing that reinforces the handmade feel. Numerals and capitals share the same chunky, rounded construction for consistent tone across the set.
Works well for short headlines, posters, labels, and packaging where a handmade voice is desirable. It also suits kid-oriented materials, casual invitations, and DIY/craft branding, especially when set with generous tracking or at display sizes to keep forms open and clear.
The font feels upbeat and personable, like quick signage written with a felt-tip marker. Its uneven edges and bouncy proportions project approachability and a light, humorous energy, suited to informal messages where warmth matters more than precision.
Likely drawn to emulate quick, confident marker lettering with an intentionally imperfect, human rhythm. The goal appears to be a friendly, approachable display hand that stays readable while preserving the spontaneity of hand-made strokes.
In continuous text, the dense strokes and compact counters create a dark color on the page, making it most comfortable at larger sizes. The irregular stroke endings and slightly inconsistent alignment add charm, while the overall construction remains legible and cohesive.