Print Poben 12 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: kids branding, packaging, craft labels, posters, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, childlike, bouncy, handmade charm, friendly display, casual readability, playful emphasis, rounded, chunky, brushy, organic, soft.
A chunky, rounded handwritten print with softly swelling strokes and slightly irregular contours that keep the forms lively without losing clarity. Terminals are blunt and often subtly tapered, with gentle hook-like entries and exits that suggest a marker or brush-pen feel. The letterforms are compact and heavy, with buoyant baselines and small, simple counters; overall spacing is open enough to stay readable while preserving an informal, hand-drawn rhythm.
Well-suited to children’s materials, playful branding, and casual packaging where a friendly hand-lettered texture is desirable. It works especially well for short headlines, labels, invitations, and social media graphics; for longer passages, generous line spacing helps maintain its airy, bouncy rhythm.
The font reads warm and approachable, with a cheerful, kid-friendly tone that feels conversational and unpretentious. Its bouncy stroke energy and unevenness add personality, making it feel homemade and upbeat rather than formal or corporate.
Likely designed to provide an easygoing, hand-drawn print look with strong visual presence, prioritizing charm and approachability over strict geometric consistency. The consistent softness and rounded construction aim to keep text inviting and legible while retaining a clearly handmade character.
Capital shapes tend to be simple and rounded, with a few exaggerated gestures (notably in letters with bowls and diagonals) that add charm. Numerals share the same soft, slightly lopsided construction, helping mixed text maintain a consistent hand-lettered voice.