Print Hamov 8 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, invitations, social graphics, packaging, labels, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, warm, informality, approachability, personality, legibility, everyday use, marker-like, rounded, soft terminals, organic, bouncy rhythm.
The letterforms are unconnected and drawn with a marker-like stroke that stays mostly consistent while showing subtle pressure and edge wobble. Shapes are rounded with softened terminals and gently uneven curves, creating an organic texture across lines of text. Proportions are compact, with relatively small lowercase bodies and simple, open counters that keep the overall color lively and informal.
It works well for short-to-medium text where a conversational, human feel is desirable, such as posters, social graphics, invitations, labels, classroom materials, and children’s or family-oriented packaging. It can also suit UI accents, headings, and pull quotes when a relaxed tone is needed more than typographic formality.
This font feels friendly and approachable, with a casual, personal tone that suggests quick handwritten notes and everyday communication. Its slightly bouncy rhythm and soft irregularities give it a warm, playful character rather than a formal or corporate voice.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of hand-drawn print lettering while remaining readable in sentences. It prioritizes a natural, human cadence—slight inconsistencies and rounded forms—to add personality without becoming overly messy.
Distinctive handwritten quirks appear throughout (e.g., simplified diagonals, slightly varying stroke joins, and lively curves), which add charm and make repeated letters feel less mechanical. Numerals and capitals match the same drawn style, maintaining consistent tone across the character set.