Print Itkij 11 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, children’s, social media, playful, friendly, casual, cheerful, handmade, handmade warmth, casual impact, youthful tone, display emphasis, rounded, bouncy, brushy, chunky, soft terminals.
A rounded, brush-like display face with thick, smoothly swelling strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms lean forward with a loose, hand-drawn rhythm, and widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, enhancing an organic, improvised feel. Counters are generally small-to-moderate and often asymmetrical, while bowls and joins favor inflated curves over sharp corners. The overall texture is dense and punchy, with consistent stroke weight and a lively baseline bounce.
Well-suited to posters, headlines, packaging, and brand moments that need a friendly handcrafted voice. It also works nicely for children’s materials, casual invitations, stickers, and social media graphics where bold, playful lettering is desirable. Use it primarily at display sizes for best legibility and character.
The font communicates an upbeat, approachable personality—more like a marker or sign-painter’s brush than a formal script. Its informal quirks and buoyant shapes give it a kid-friendly, humorous tone that feels welcoming and energetic rather than refined or technical.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a brush or marker, prioritizing warmth and personality over precision. Its forward slant, rounded construction, and variable widths aim to create an energetic, human cadence that feels spontaneous and approachable.
Uppercase forms are especially chunky and logo-like, while the lowercase stays compact and informal, helping maintain a conversational tone in text. Numerals are similarly rounded and weighty, matching the letterforms for cohesive headlines and short callouts. The heavy color and soft shapes can reduce clarity at very small sizes, so it reads best when given room.