Print Pemad 8 is a bold, narrow, high contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, signage, playful, whimsical, friendly, retro, folksy, handmade charm, display impact, approachability, retro playfulness, casual branding, rounded, bouncy, chunky, casual, hand-drawn.
A lively hand-drawn print with rounded, slightly condensed letterforms and an uneven rhythm that keeps it feeling human. Strokes are mostly heavy with frequent tapering and pinched joins, creating punchy contrast and soft, brush-like terminals. Counters are compact and often asymmetric, curves are full and slightly wobbly, and baselines/x-heights show gentle irregularity that reads intentional rather than sloppy. Capitals are tall and simplified, while lowercase forms are compact and sturdy, producing a dense, energetic texture in words.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and prominent callouts where its personality can lead. It works well for playful branding, packaging, menus, event posters, classroom/children-focused materials, and casual signage that benefits from a friendly handmade voice.
The font conveys a cheerful, informal tone with a hint of vintage cartoon and craft sensibility. Its bouncy shapes and inky stroke modulation feel personable and inviting, making text seem conversational and lighthearted rather than formal or technical.
The design appears intended to mimic confident marker or brush lettering in a clean, unconnected print style, prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict geometric regularity. Its condensed proportions and strong stroke weight help it hold attention at display sizes while keeping a warm, approachable feel.
Numerals share the same hand-drawn character, with distinctive, curvy figures and occasional dramatic swashes (notably in forms like 2 and 9). The overall spacing appears moderately tight, and the darker strokes can make long passages feel weighty, but it remains highly characterful for display use.