Print Mekef 9 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children's books, classroom materials, greeting cards, craft packaging, social graphics, friendly, playful, casual, approachable, whimsical, friendliness, informality, handmade feel, approachability, readability, rounded, monoline, soft, bubbly, loose.
A rounded, monoline handwritten print with soft curves and gently irregular strokes that preserve a drawn-by-hand feel. Terminals are blunted and slightly tapered, and bowls lean toward circular forms with generous apertures. Proportions are relaxed and slightly uneven from glyph to glyph, creating a natural rhythm rather than strict geometric consistency; numerals follow the same rounded, informal construction.
Works well for short to medium text in friendly contexts such as children’s materials, classroom handouts, invitations, cards, and casual packaging. It also suits headlines and callouts in posters or social graphics where an approachable, handwritten voice is desired.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a lighthearted, kid-friendly energy. Its loose, sketch-like regularity feels conversational and informal, suggesting everyday notes and simple, cheerful messaging rather than formal typography.
Designed to mimic neat, rounded hand-printing with consistent stroke weight and softened forms, prioritizing friendliness and readability over typographic precision. The goal appears to be an easygoing, cheerful texture suitable for informal communication.
Legibility remains strong at text sizes thanks to open counters and clear silhouettes, though the intentional wobble and varied spacing give it a distinctly handmade texture. The round dots on i/j and the simplified, open shapes in letters like a, e, and g reinforce the playful, uncomplicated character.