Print Kabef 5 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, branding, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, retro, approachability, handmade charm, cheerful display, informal clarity, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft, hand-drawn.
A rounded, hand-drawn display face with chunky strokes and softened terminals throughout. Letterforms are built from simple, slightly irregular shapes that mimic marker or brush-pen writing, with gentle swelling in curves and subtly uneven joins. Counters are open and generous, and the rhythm feels bouncy due to varied character widths and small, natural-looking inconsistencies in curves and verticals. The set stays visually consistent while preserving an intentionally informal, handmade texture.
Best suited to short, attention-getting text such as headlines, posters, playful branding, and packaging where an inviting handmade voice is desirable. It can also work well for children’s materials, crafts, and casual signage, especially at medium-to-large sizes where the rounded shapes and open counters stay clear.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy. Its buoyant shapes and softened edges suggest humor and friendliness rather than precision or formality, lending a nostalgic craft or classroom feel.
The design appears intended to deliver an easygoing, hand-lettered look with strong presence and high friendliness. It prioritizes charm and approachability over strict typographic precision, aiming to feel drawn rather than engineered.
Capitals are compact and rounded, with simplified geometry and minimal sharp corners; diagonals and bowls lean toward smooth, bulbous contours. Numerals follow the same soft construction and read clearly at display sizes, while the texture becomes more apparent in longer text where the hand-drawn irregularity adds personality.