Print Maley 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, approachable, approachability, handmade feel, casual clarity, youthful tone, compact titles, rounded, bouncy, clean, informal, hand-drawn.
A narrow, hand-drawn print with smooth, rounded terminals and an even, marker-like stroke. Letterforms are simplified and open, with generous counters and a lightly bouncy baseline that adds rhythm without sacrificing clarity. Curves dominate (notably in C, G, O, S, and the lowercase), while diagonals like V/W/X remain soft and slightly tapered in feel. Numerals follow the same relaxed construction, with rounded corners and uncomplicated shapes that read cleanly at display sizes.
This font suits short to medium-length text where a friendly, informal impression is desired—such as children’s publishing, playful packaging, craft branding, classroom worksheets, and cheerful posters. It also works well for headlines, captions, and pull quotes that need an approachable, hand-lettered feel.
The overall tone is upbeat and personable, suggesting handwritten notes, classroom materials, and kid-friendly communication. Its rounded forms and gentle irregularity give it a warm, informal voice that feels welcoming rather than formal or corporate.
The design appears aimed at providing a legible, narrow handwritten print that maintains consistent stroke behavior while retaining the charm of hand-drawn irregularities. It balances clarity with personality, making it useful for casual display typography that still needs to read quickly.
Lowercase forms lean toward single-storey, handwritten constructions, reinforcing the casual print character. Spacing and proportions feel intentionally compact and tall, producing a tidy columnar texture while preserving a lively, drawn-by-hand cadence.