Print Kabez 13 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, approachable, handmade charm, youthful tone, casual display, friendly branding, approachability, rounded, blobby, bouncy, hand-drawn, irregular.
A chunky, hand-drawn print with rounded terminals and softly swelling strokes that create an intentionally uneven rhythm. Forms lean on simple, open shapes with generous counters, while stroke edges look slightly wobbly, as if made with a marker or brush pen. Proportions vary from letter to letter, producing a bouncy line and a lively texture; the lowercase is compact with short extenders and a single-storey feel across many forms. Numerals match the same informal construction, with soft curves and simplified joins.
This font is well suited to playful display applications such as children’s materials, craft branding, casual packaging, event posters, greeting cards, and social media graphics where an upbeat, hand-made voice is desired. It works best in short text settings—titles, callouts, and labels—where its bouncy irregularity can be a feature rather than a distraction.
The overall tone is cheerful and informal, with a kid-friendly, homemade warmth. Its bubbly shapes and relaxed spacing read as lighthearted and conversational, more like hand lettering than a strict typographic system.
The design appears intended to mimic friendly marker-drawn lettering: sturdy, rounded, and easy to read, while preserving the charm of human inconsistency. It prioritizes personality and warmth over strict geometric regularity, aiming for an inviting, informal presence.
Round dots and soft joins keep the texture smooth at display sizes, while the intentional irregularities can add character but also introduce a slightly jittery color in longer passages. The mix of wide and narrow letterforms contributes to an animated rhythm in headlines and short phrases.