Print Rufu 1 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, social graphics, playful, casual, friendly, quirky, handmade, handmade charm, informal signage, playful impact, casual readability, rounded, chunky, bouncy, brushed, informal.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and softly tapered terminals that suggest a brush or marker. Letterforms lean slightly and feel gently compressed, with lively baseline bounce and subtle irregularities that keep the rhythm organic. Counters are small and often teardrop-like, and curves dominate over sharp angles, giving the alphabet a plump, cartoonish silhouette. Spacing is moderately tight and the overall texture is dense, making the font read as a bold, unified mass on the page.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where personality matters more than strict neutrality: headlines, posters, stickers, product labels, children’s projects, and social media graphics. It can also work for brief UI callouts or captions at generous sizes, where the dense stroke weight and tight texture remain comfortable to read.
The font projects an upbeat, informal tone—approachable and a little mischievous, like quick lettering for notes, classroom materials, or playful packaging. Its uneven, hand-made cadence adds personality and warmth while keeping the shapes clear and friendly.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a brushy feel—prioritizing charm, immediacy, and visual punch. Its rounded construction and compact proportions aim to stay legible while maintaining a playful, handmade character.
Uppercase letters are simple and sign-like, while lowercase forms are compact and energetic, with distinctive single-storey shapes and dot accents that appear as small round marks. Numerals match the same chunky, rounded construction and maintain the casual, handwritten consistency across the set.