Print Elja 2 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, branding, packaging, headlines, social graphics, casual, friendly, playful, hand-drawn, approachable, handmade feel, casual readability, warmth, display charm, brushy, textured, organic, irregular, rounded.
A narrow, hand-drawn print with slightly variable stroke width and visible brush-like texture. Letterforms are mostly upright with soft, rounded turns and gently tapered terminals, and they show intentional irregularities in curve smoothness and stroke edges. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, with uneven bowls and counters and a lively, slightly bouncy baseline rhythm that keeps the overall color engaging without becoming messy.
Works well for short to medium-length text where a handmade feel is an asset: posters, informal branding, product packaging, invitations, and social media graphics. It can also suit labels or display copy that needs an approachable voice, especially at sizes where the brush texture and irregularities remain legible.
The font feels informal and personable, like quick marker lettering for notes, packaging, or signage. Its uneven edges and subtle wobble add warmth and spontaneity, creating a relaxed, human tone that reads as friendly rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to capture the character of quick, confident hand lettering in an unconnected print style. Its controlled narrowness and consistent upright stance aim for readability, while the textured strokes and small inconsistencies preserve an authentic, drawn-by-hand look.
Uppercase shapes are simple and open, while lowercase forms maintain a compact, handwritten structure with clear differentiation in common pairs. Numerals follow the same drawn rhythm and tapering, matching the letters well for mixed text. In longer passages the texture is prominent, so it tends to look best where a handcrafted presence is desired.