Print Obguk 1 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, greeting cards, craft branding, posters, playful, whimsical, quirky, storybook, crafty, hand-drawn charm, playful display, decorative warmth, friendly tone, curly terminals, spiral counters, rounded, bouncy, naive.
A lively hand-drawn print face with monoline strokes, rounded joins, and gently irregular curves that keep the texture human and animated. Many glyphs feature curled terminals and occasional spiral-like counters (notably in round letters and some numerals), creating decorative focal points without becoming overly ornate. Proportions are compact with simple, open forms, while subtle baseline and stroke waviness adds a bouncy rhythm in text.
Best suited to short-to-medium display text where its curly terminals and hand-drawn irregularity can be appreciated—such as children’s titles, playful packaging, greeting cards, craft and boutique branding, and posters. It can also work for pull quotes or headings in lighthearted editorial layouts when paired with a simpler text face.
The overall tone is friendly and whimsical, with a slightly mischievous, doodled character. Its curly details and uneven hand-made flow give it a storybook charm that feels casual, imaginative, and approachable rather than formal.
The design appears intended to capture an informal, hand-lettered feel with just enough decorative flourish to be memorable. By combining simple printed structures with occasional spiral details, it aims for a balance of readability and playful personality in display settings.
The font’s decorative swirls are used selectively, so most letters remain clear at display sizes while still carrying a distinctive personality. Numerals echo the same rounded, handwritten construction, helping mixed text and numbers feel cohesive.