Print Upgiw 8 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: kids, crafts, packaging, posters, headlines, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade, handwritten feel, friendly voice, compact display, informal readability, rounded, monoline, bouncy, soft, wonky.
A compact, monoline handwritten print with softly rounded terminals and a gently irregular baseline rhythm. Strokes stay fairly even throughout, with subtle wobble and small asymmetries that feel drawn rather than constructed. Forms are tall and tight, with narrow counters and simplified shapes; curves are smooth and slightly compressed, and straight strokes often end in blunted, ink-like caps.
Well suited to short-to-medium text where a personable voice is needed: children’s materials, playful branding, craft and DIY packaging, invitations, social graphics, and informal posters. It works best at display and large text sizes where the narrow proportions and subtle irregularities stay clear and intentional.
The tone is approachable and lighthearted, with a childlike, doodled charm that reads friendly rather than formal. Its narrow, springy letterforms create an energetic texture that feels casual and conversational.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a compact footprint, prioritizing warmth and personality over strict uniformity. Its consistent stroke weight and rounded finishing aim for an easygoing, readable handwritten look in everyday applications.
Capitals and lowercase share a consistent hand, with a mix of simple geometric skeletons and small idiosyncrasies (notably in curved letters and diagonals) that enhance the handmade character. Numerals follow the same monoline logic and rounded finishing, keeping the set cohesive in text.