Print Gyrir 8 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, kids, stickers, social media, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, casual, handmade charm, approachability, display impact, casual tone, brushy, rounded, chunky, lively, bouncy.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with heavy, brush-like strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms show subtle wobble and irregular stroke edges that suggest marker or paint, while remaining consistently upright and easy to parse. Proportions are slightly condensed, counters are generally open, and curves are full and buoyant, giving the alphabet a bouncy rhythm. Capitals are sturdy and simplified, lowercase features single-storey forms and a narrow, looped “e,” and the numerals are bold, friendly shapes with a slightly slanted, drawn-on feel.
This font suits punchy display settings such as posters, product packaging, labels, stickers, and social graphics where a friendly handmade voice is desirable. It can work for short text blocks and slogans, but it’s most effective at headline sizes where the brushy texture and lively rhythm can be appreciated.
The overall tone is cheerful and informal, with a homemade personality that feels energetic rather than messy. Its unevenness reads as intentional and expressive, lending a lighthearted, kid-friendly character without becoming overly decorative.
The design appears intended to capture the warmth of casual hand lettering while keeping letterforms clear and consistently structured for practical display use. It prioritizes personality, bold presence, and approachable charm over precision or formality.
Spacing appears moderately tight and the dark color mass is strong, which helps short words and headlines pop. The handcrafted irregularity is most noticeable in diagonals and curves, reinforcing the drawn quality in longer passages.