Sans Normal Iplem 3 is a very bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, children’s media, stickers, playful, handmade, chunky, friendly, quirky, playfulness, handmade feel, display impact, informal branding, bold legibility, rounded, wobbly, irregular, soft-edged, compact.
This typeface uses heavy, rounded forms with noticeably uneven contours that mimic hand-cut or brush-filled shapes. Strokes are thick and soft-edged, with gently wobbling curves and occasional flattened terminals that keep the silhouettes lively rather than geometric. Counters are compact and often asymmetrical, and overall spacing feels slightly irregular, reinforcing an organic rhythm. The numerals and capitals read as big, simple blocks, while lowercase forms keep a compact, sturdy presence.
Best suited for short to medium display text such as posters, headlines, signage, and bold packaging callouts where personality matters more than typographic neutrality. It also fits children’s materials, party/festival graphics, and informal branding, especially when paired with simple supporting text for longer reading.
The overall tone is playful and approachable, with a casual, crafty character. Its intentionally imperfect shapes give it a humorous, kid-friendly feel that can read as fun, homemade, and slightly mischievous.
The font appears designed to deliver maximum impact with a friendly, hand-made voice—prioritizing bold silhouettes and whimsical irregularity over precision. It aims to feel approachable and crafted, giving everyday words a playful, attention-grabbing presence.
The design relies on strong silhouette recognition and high ink coverage, which helps it hold up in punchy, high-contrast settings. The most distinctive feature is the consistent “handmade wobble” across straight and curved strokes, giving text a textured, lively color on the line.