Print Ukbul 11 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, invitations, craft branding, playful, whimsical, folksy, friendly, quirky, handwritten warmth, casual readability, playful character, craft feel, monoline feel, tapered terminals, round joins, soft curves, bouncy rhythm.
This typeface has a hand-drawn print structure with gently irregular curves and a lively, slightly bouncy rhythm. Strokes show noticeable modulation: many letters swell into heavier verticals and taper into lighter connecting curves, creating a soft calligraphic contrast rather than rigid geometry. Counters are generally open and rounded, with frequent bulb-like terminals and subtle flaring at ends; bowls (O, o, p, b, d) read smooth and generous while diagonals and arms (K, Y, V, W) feel loosely drawn with organic variation. Overall proportions are compact and tall, with relatively short crossbars and simplified serifs/feet that read as casual terminal flicks rather than formal serif construction.
It works best in applications that benefit from an approachable, handcrafted personality—titles, short paragraphs in children’s or educational materials, playful posters, and boutique packaging. It can also add warmth to invitations, greeting cards, and café-style branding where an informal print voice is desired.
The tone is warm and personable, like neat handwriting intended to look charming rather than precise. Its unevenness feels intentional and approachable, giving text a storybook or handcrafted flavor. The contrast and tapered endings add a touch of sophistication while keeping the overall voice informal and lighthearted.
The design appears intended to mimic confident, legible hand lettering with a controlled amount of irregularity. By combining tapered terminals and gentle stroke swelling with clean, unconnected letterforms, it aims to provide a friendly handwritten feel while remaining readable in set text.
Distinctive features include rounded, slightly inflated vertical strokes, softly hooked or flicked terminals on letters like J, f, and r, and lively diagonals in W and X that emphasize a drawn-by-hand energy. Numerals follow the same organic logic, with curvy shapes and occasional asymmetry that reinforces the informal texture in running text.