Print Emja 1 is a bold, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, social graphics, playful, handmade, quirky, rustic, casual, handmade feel, casual warmth, display impact, diy character, brushy, chunky, textured, bouncy, irregular.
A hand-drawn, marker-like print face with chunky strokes and visibly irregular edges. Letterforms are generally upright but loosely constructed, with uneven stroke terminals and subtle wobble that creates a lively rhythm. Proportions are compact and narrow overall, with tight internal counters and simplified geometry; curves are slightly lumpy and corners often soften rather than snap. Spacing and widths vary from glyph to glyph, reinforcing an organic, human-made texture in both caps and lowercase.
This font fits best in short, expressive settings where personality matters: posters, packaging, labels, social media graphics, and headline treatments. It also works well for craft-oriented branding and casual signage where an authentic handmade look is desirable. Because of its bold, compact forms and textured edges, it’s most effective at display sizes rather than long-form reading.
The overall tone is casual and playful, like quick lettering done with a felt-tip pen or brush marker. Its imperfections read as friendly and approachable, with a slightly rustic, DIY character that feels more personal than polished. The bold, compact silhouettes add a punchy, energetic presence without becoming formal.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-lettered print—quick, confident strokes with a deliberately imperfect outline. It prioritizes warmth and character over mechanical consistency, aiming to add a friendly, homemade voice to titles and brand moments.
The set shows consistent hand pressure and texture across the alphabet and numerals, with a notably bouncy baseline feel in running text. Capitals are tall and assertive, while lowercase keeps a simple, handwritten construction that favors immediacy over refinement. The numerals match the same chunky, informal style, supporting mixed text-and-number settings.