Print Toby 2 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, greeting cards, packaging, posters, classroom materials, playful, friendly, handmade, casual, whimsical, handmade charm, approachability, casual readability, informal voice, rounded, soft, bouncy, lively, quirky.
A casual, hand-drawn print face with rounded terminals and gently irregular stroke edges that preserve a natural marker/pen feel. Letterforms are mostly upright with a bouncy baseline rhythm and slightly inconsistent widths that add personality without sacrificing clarity. Counters are open and simple, curves are smooth and slightly bulbous, and straight strokes show subtle wobble rather than rigid geometry. Capitals are tall and narrow-leaning, while lowercase forms stay compact with tidy, simplified joins and a single-storey a and g.
This font works best for short to medium-length text where a personable, handcrafted voice is desired—such as children’s editorial, invitations, headlines, product packaging, signage, and social graphics. It’s especially effective in contexts that benefit from friendliness and informality while still needing straightforward readability.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with an informal, kid-friendly cheerfulness. Its mild irregularities read as human and conversational, suggesting notes, labels, and lighthearted messaging rather than formal typography.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, everyday handwriting in an unconnected print style, balancing charm and legibility. It aims to feel spontaneous and human through slight variations in stroke and width while keeping forms simple and recognizable for broad, casual use.
The figures follow the same rounded, handwritten logic, with clear, uncomplicated silhouettes and soft corners that keep them legible at display sizes. Contrast remains modest, and the consistent terminal treatment helps the set feel cohesive despite the intentionally uneven, hand-made rhythm.