Print Tibes 8 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids media, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, bouncy, handmade warmth, casual display, playful legibility, marker texture, rounded, brushy, chunky, soft, quirky.
A chunky, hand-drawn print face with rounded terminals and a brush-like stroke that subtly swells and tapers, creating a lively, uneven rhythm. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with soft curves, occasional flattened joins, and small inconsistencies that read as intentional marker lettering rather than strict geometry. Counters tend to be tight (notably in bowls like B, P, R, and 8), and curves often lean toward oval shapes with simplified construction. Capitals feel tall and friendly, while lowercase forms remain compact with short extenders and a modest x-height, keeping lines dense and graphic.
Best suited to short, attention-grabbing settings such as headlines, posters, labels, and packaging where a friendly handmade feel is desired. It also works well for kids-oriented materials, casual invitations, and social graphics, especially when set with generous tracking and ample size.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a whimsical, handmade character that suggests craft, classroom, and casual storytelling. Its bouncy spacing and soft shapes give it an upbeat, informal voice that feels personable rather than polished.
The design appears intended to emulate bold marker or brush printing: informal, legible, and personality-forward, prioritizing charm and immediacy over strict uniformity. The compact proportions and heavy, rounded strokes aim to deliver strong presence in display applications while maintaining an approachable tone.
The numerals are highly stylized and consistent with the brushy, rounded texture, favoring simple, bold silhouettes over strict typographic regularity. In text, the lively stroke and tight counters make it most comfortable at larger sizes where the handmade details and soft edges can breathe.