Print Mabaw 13 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, greeting cards, craft branding, posters, playful, whimsical, friendly, quirky, storybook, handmade feel, friendly tone, decorative charm, casual readability, rounded, bouncy, looped, curly, soft.
A casual, hand-drawn print face with rounded terminals, gently uneven curves, and a lively, slightly bouncy baseline rhythm. Strokes stay fairly consistent in thickness, with soft corners and occasional swelling at joins that reinforces a marker-like feel. Many glyphs feature distinctive looped or curled details (notably in descenders and some bowls), while counters remain open and legible. Overall spacing is moderate with a compact, narrow feel, and the shapes prioritize charm and personality over strict geometric regularity.
This font works best in short-to-medium display text where its curls and friendly rhythm can carry the voice—such as children’s titles, playful packaging, craft or boutique branding, greeting cards, and informal posters. It can also serve as a cheerful accent in UI or social graphics when used at comfortable sizes with ample line spacing.
The tone is warm and lighthearted, leaning toward a whimsical, storybook sensibility. Its curly details and relaxed proportions read as approachable and informal, adding character without becoming chaotic or overly rough.
The design appears intended to capture an informal hand-printed look with a consistent stroke and a few signature curls to create memorability. It aims for an inviting, personable texture suitable for cheerful, approachable messaging rather than formal editorial typography.
Uppercase forms mix simple, pared-down structures with occasional decorative swashes, while lowercase keeps a straightforward printed construction with select expressive descenders. Numerals are simple and rounded, matching the letterforms and maintaining clarity at display sizes.