Print Upbas 1 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, craft labels, posters, greeting cards, friendly, whimsical, rustic, storybook, casual, handmade warmth, casual readability, playful voice, approachable display, monoline, rounded, bouncy, quirky, hand-drawn.
A hand-drawn print style with monoline strokes, softly rounded terminals, and gently uneven contours that keep the texture lively without becoming messy. Proportions feel compact, with slightly irregular widths and spacing that create a natural, written rhythm. Curves are open and generous (notably in C, O, Q, and lowercase bowls), while verticals stay fairly straight, giving the design a stable baseline with small organic wobble. The numerals and capitals match the same casual construction, with simplified forms and a consistent, lightly inked presence.
Best suited for short to medium passages where a handmade voice is desirable—children’s or educational materials, packaging and labels for artisanal goods, café menus, event posters, greeting cards, and hobby or craft branding. It can also work for headings and pull quotes that benefit from a friendly, informal texture.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a playful, storybook character that reads as handmade and personable. Its subtle irregularities add charm and informality, suggesting everyday notes, craft labeling, or friendly signage rather than corporate precision.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a controlled, consistent stroke and just enough irregularity to feel human. It prioritizes charm and approachability over strict typographic uniformity, aiming for legible, casual display and text in friendly contexts.
The font maintains good consistency across uppercase, lowercase, and figures, with small variations in stroke curvature and terminal shapes providing a natural, human cadence. Several glyphs show distinctive, slightly flared or hooked endings (such as J, y, and some diagonals), reinforcing the drawn-by-hand personality while keeping letterforms clear at display sizes.