Print Utbif 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, posters, children’s books, greeting cards, friendly, whimsical, storybook, hand-drawn, retro, handmade feel, approachability, personality, casual charm, soft serifs, rounded terminals, lively rhythm, informal, playful.
This typeface presents hand-drawn, print-style letterforms with soft, serif-like flicks and subtly rounded terminals. Strokes show gentle modulation and slight irregularities that keep the texture human, while overall construction remains consistent and readable. Curves are full and open, joins are slightly softened, and counters stay generous, producing a smooth rhythm in running text. Numerals echo the same drawn character with rounded forms and occasional quirky inflections.
It works especially well for headlines, titles, and short passages where a friendly, handmade voice is desirable—such as packaging, posters, greeting cards, and editorial callouts. The lively shapes also suit children’s or family-oriented materials and brand accents where a touch of whimsy helps set the mood.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a lightly whimsical, storybook sensibility. Its uneven, drawn cadence adds personality without tipping into messiness, giving text a casual, crafted feel that can read as charming and nostalgic.
The design appears intended to emulate neat, hand-rendered lettering with just enough polish to function as a consistent text face. By blending informal drawing cues with steady proportions and open counters, it aims to deliver an inviting, characterful look for display and short-form reading.
In the samples, the font maintains clarity at larger sizes and holds a cohesive texture across mixed case, with capitals carrying a slightly more formal presence while lowercase stays buoyant and conversational. The combination of soft finishing strokes and restrained contrast helps it feel decorative yet still practical for short reading passages.