Print Madaf 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, classroom materials, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, youthful, handmade feel, approachability, casual readability, informal branding, rounded, monoline, soft terminals, loose rhythm, hand-drawn.
A casual hand-drawn print with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simplified and open, with slightly uneven curves and gentle baseline and width irregularities that keep the texture lively without becoming messy. Counters are generously sized, and curves dominate over sharp corners, giving the alphabet a smooth, marker-like appearance. Uppercase and lowercase share a cohesive, informal construction that reads clearly at display and larger text sizes.
Well suited to cheerful headlines, short paragraphs, and callouts where an informal, human touch is desired—such as children’s publishing, craft and hobby contexts, casual packaging, and social graphics. It can also work for signage and display text where clarity and approachability matter more than strict typographic precision.
The overall tone is warm and lighthearted, suggesting everyday notes, kid-friendly messaging, and informal branding. Its relaxed rhythm and rounded shapes create an inviting, non-technical feel that prioritizes friendliness over formality.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a friendly, rounded silhouette and uncomplicated shapes. It aims for readability while preserving the natural irregularities and warmth associated with drawn lettering.
Stroke joins and curves show subtle hand pressure and small asymmetries that add charm and authenticity. Numerals and punctuation match the same rounded, easygoing voice, maintaining consistent color and a steady, readable texture in sentences.