Print Horif 8 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'ITC Blair' by ITC (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, children’s books, branding, playful, folksy, friendly, cheerful, quirky, human warmth, casual display, playful voice, handmade feel, chunky, rounded, soft corners, irregular, bouncy.
A heavy, chunky display face with hand-drawn irregularity and softly rounded corners throughout. Strokes are broad and mostly monoline in feel, but with subtle swelling and flattening that gives a brushed, cut-paper impression. Letterforms are compact with generous, dark counters and slightly uneven curves, creating a lively rhythm across words. Terminals tend to be blunt and softened rather than sharp, and the overall construction favors simple, sturdy shapes over strict geometric precision.
Best suited to short-to-medium display settings where its weight and hand-drawn texture can be appreciated—posters, titles, and attention-grabbing headers. It also fits playful packaging, casual branding, and children’s or educational materials where a friendly, informal voice is desired. Because the shapes are intentionally irregular and very heavy, it will generally perform better at larger sizes than in dense body text.
The font reads as warm and approachable, with a playful, homemade character. Its gentle wobble and rounded heft add a casual, upbeat tone that feels kid-friendly and craft-oriented rather than corporate or formal.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, informal hand-printed look with strong legibility and an intentionally imperfect, human rhythm. Its softened corners and chunky silhouettes aim to create an approachable display voice that feels crafted and fun rather than mechanical.
Capitals are bold and blocky with noticeable hand-made variance from glyph to glyph, which adds charm but also emphasizes texture in longer lines. The numerals share the same soft, chunky construction, keeping a consistent, friendly color across mixed alphanumeric settings.