Print Toby 4 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, children’s media, craft branding, social graphics, friendly, playful, casual, handmade, approachable, handmade warmth, casual readability, playful voice, human texture, rounded, brushy, bouncy, informal, soft terminals.
A compact, hand-drawn print face with rounded, brush-like strokes and gently irregular geometry. Strokes show subtle modulation and tapered joins, with soft, slightly blunted terminals that keep counters open and shapes readable. The rhythm is lively and uneven in a natural way, with a mix of narrow and wider glyphs creating a casual texture; curves lean smooth and elastic, and straight strokes often have a faint wobble that reinforces the drawn-by-hand character.
It works well for short-to-medium display settings where a friendly, handmade voice is desired—packaging, posters, shop signage, invitations, and social or editorial pull quotes. The open shapes and clear silhouettes also suit children’s content and casual brand systems, especially when paired with simple layouts and generous spacing.
The font reads warm and personable, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy. Its bouncy proportions and soft edges give it an easygoing tone that feels conversational rather than formal.
The design appears intended to emulate quick, confident marker or brush printing with consistent legibility and an intentionally imperfect, human rhythm. It prioritizes charm and approachability over strict uniformity, aiming to add personality to headlines and supporting display text.
Uppercase forms are simplified and sturdy, while lowercase adds more bounce and character through varied bowls and ascenders. Numerals follow the same handwritten logic, with rounded forms and slightly idiosyncratic proportions that feel consistent with the letterforms.