Print Mekas 8 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, social graphics, classroom materials, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, hand-drawn, handmade warmth, casual clarity, playful display, approachable voice, rounded, soft, bouncy, informal, open.
A rounded, marker-like print with smooth curves and gently tapered stroke endings. Strokes are monoline overall with subtle wobble and slight irregularities that keep the texture human, while still maintaining consistent proportions across the set. Counters are open and generous, terminals are blunt and soft, and curves dominate with minimal sharp angles; the overall rhythm feels buoyant and lightly uneven in a natural way.
This font works best where an approachable, handmade voice is desired: children’s materials, playful packaging, café or boutique signage, casual posters, and social media graphics. It can also suit short UI labels or headings when a friendly tone is more important than strict typographic neutrality.
The font conveys a warm, easygoing tone that reads as friendly and conversational. Its hand-drawn softness gives it a playful, kid-friendly feel without becoming overly chaotic, making it suitable for informal messaging and lighthearted branding.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a rounded marker feel—prioritizing warmth, readability, and an informal personality over geometric precision. It aims to provide a dependable, friendly display hand for everyday playful communication.
Uppercase forms are rounded and simplified, and the lowercase maintains a straightforward printed construction rather than connected writing. Numerals share the same soft, drawn character and appear designed for clarity at display sizes, with a consistent rounded finish across the set.