Distressed Tebu 3 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, craft branding, album art, handmade, rustic, grunge, playful, casual, handcrafted feel, vintage print, casual display, tactile texture, rough-edged, inked, imperfect, organic, textured.
A monoline, hand-rendered roman with softly squared curves and subtly uneven stroke edges that mimic dry brush or worn print. Letterforms are generally upright with simple, open counters and slightly irregular stroke terminals, producing a textured silhouette without collapsing readability. Proportions stay fairly consistent across the alphabet, while small variations in stroke thickness, curvature, and edge roughness create a lively, handmade rhythm in text.
Works best for display uses where texture is an asset: posters, packaging, labels, and branding for handmade goods or casual lifestyle themes. It can also support short passages in larger sizes where the distressed edges remain clear and intentional.
The overall tone feels informal and tactile, like stamped lettering or marker signage. Its rough texture adds a slightly gritty, DIY character while remaining friendly and approachable, making it read as crafted rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears aimed at recreating a printed-by-hand look—combining straightforward, legible skeletons with controlled distressing to suggest ink spread, paper tooth, or worn impression.
Round characters (O, C, G) keep broad, open shapes, while straight-sided forms (E, F, H, N) show the most visible edge wear and waviness. Numerals share the same distressed texture and simplified construction, helping headlines and short callouts feel cohesive.