Print Libed 9 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: kids branding, packaging, posters, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, quirky, handmade warmth, approachability, compact display, informal clarity, rounded, monoline, condensed, tall, bouncy.
This font uses slim, tall letterforms with a monoline stroke and softly rounded terminals. The construction feels hand-drawn but controlled, with consistent vertical emphasis and gently irregular curves that keep it from looking mechanical. Counters are narrow and open, spacing is tight, and the overall rhythm is lively without becoming messy. Numerals and lowercase follow the same narrow, upright proportions, with simple, legible shapes and minimal ornament.
It works well for short-to-medium text where a casual, personable voice is desired, such as kids-oriented branding, craft and hobby packaging, café menus, greeting cards, and playful posters. The narrow proportions can help fit longer words into tight spaces, making it useful for labels and compact headlines.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a slightly quirky, homemade character. Its narrow, upright stance reads energetic and light, making it feel conversational and informal rather than formal or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the warmth of informal printed handwriting while remaining consistent enough for repeated use in display settings. Its condensed, upright structure suggests a goal of being space-efficient and attention-grabbing without relying on heavy weight or high contrast.
Capitals tend to be simple and straight-backed while rounded letters (like C, O, S) show subtle wobble that reinforces the drawn-by-hand feel. The stroke ends appear softly blunted rather than sharp, contributing to a friendly texture in paragraphs and headlines.