Print Tikem 12 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children’s, social media, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, bouncy, handmade feel, approachability, informal display, playfulness, rounded, brushy, chunky, soft, quirky.
A rounded, brush-like handwritten print with thick, softly tapered strokes and subtly uneven curves. Letterforms are mostly unconnected and upright, with a bouncy baseline feel created by irregular stroke starts, varied terminal shapes, and slightly inconsistent proportions. Counters are generally open and simple, and many forms lean toward single-stroke construction (notably in the lowercase), giving the alphabet a quick, marker-drawn rhythm. Capitals are compact and expressive, while lowercase shows a more fluid, looped behavior; numerals are similarly rounded and informal.
Well suited to playful headlines, packaging, craft branding, classroom materials, greeting cards, and short promotional copy where an upbeat handmade feel is desired. It performs best from medium to large sizes, where the rounded brush strokes and quirky shapes can be appreciated without crowding.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a cheerful, kid-friendly energy. Its slightly messy, hand-drawn texture reads as approachable and spontaneous rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic quick hand lettering made with a felt-tip marker or soft brush, prioritizing friendliness and personality over strict geometric consistency. Its varied forms and rounded weight aim to create an inviting, human tone for informal display settings.
Distinctive, chunky silhouettes and soft terminals help maintain clarity at larger sizes, while the irregularities that provide charm can become visually busy in dense paragraphs. The punctuation and word shapes in the sample text emphasize a lively cadence and a casual, conversational voice.