Print Upkiw 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s media, packaging, posters, headlines, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, handmade, handmade warmth, casual legibility, space saving, playful tone, rounded, soft terminals, monoline, bouncy, quirky.
A narrow, hand-drawn print style with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular, with gentle wobble in stems and curves that suggests marker or felt-tip construction. Proportions vary subtly from glyph to glyph, and counters tend to be open and oval, keeping forms clear despite the condensed width. Ascenders are tall and straight, while bowls and shoulders are compact, producing a lively, uneven rhythm in text.
Works well for short to medium-length text where an informal, personable voice is desired—such as children’s materials, playful posters, greeting cards, light packaging, and small-brand identity accents. The narrow footprint can help fit longer words into tight spaces while still feeling friendly and readable at display and large UI-label sizes.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a lighthearted, approachable personality. Its slight inconsistencies and rounded shapes read as human and spontaneous, lending a cheerful, crafty feel rather than a polished corporate voice.
Designed to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a consistent stroke and intentionally imperfect geometry. The condensed proportions and simple construction aim to balance charm and legibility, providing an easygoing handwritten look suitable for everyday, upbeat communication.
Capitals are straightforward and legible, while lowercase forms add more character through uneven joins, varied curve tension, and occasional asymmetry. Numerals match the same hand-drawn logic, with simple, open shapes and minimal modulation, helping the set feel cohesive across mixed content.