Print Utren 3 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, headlines, packaging, posters, children’s media, storybook, whimsical, handmade, friendly, rustic, handmade charm, storybook tone, casual serif, expressive display, flared, bracketed, calligraphic, soft, lively.
A lively, hand-drawn serif with subtly flared terminals and gently bracketed, wedge-like serifs that suggest broad-pen influence. Strokes show modest, organic modulation and slightly irregular curves, giving the letters a human rhythm without looking messy. Forms are compact with somewhat uneven sidebearings and a softly bouncy baseline feel; round letters are slightly squarish and the shows a noticeable diagonal stress. Numerals share the same calligraphic flavor, with open, rounded bowls and angled entry/exit strokes that keep them visually consistent with the text.
This font works best for short to medium lengths where personality is desired: book covers, chapter openers, editorial headlines, invitations, packaging, and posters. It can also support children’s and craft-oriented branding where a friendly, handmade voice is an asset.
The overall tone is warm and storybook-like, with a whimsical, old-world charm. Its handmade details read as approachable and slightly rustic, balancing playfulness with enough structure to feel legible and intentional.
The design appears intended to capture a casual, pen-made serif look—more expressive than a text oldstyle, yet disciplined enough for readable display typography. Its consistent calligraphic cues and gently quirky proportions suggest an aim for charming, narrative-forward communication.
Capitals have a decorative, display-leaning presence while the lowercase remains readable, creating a pleasant hierarchy in mixed-case settings. The italicization is minimal (overall upright), but many strokes end with angled, pen-drawn flicks that add motion and character in continuous text.