Print Hymes 9 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, craft branding, playful, friendly, folksy, retro, whimsical, handmade charm, approachability, display impact, casual readability, rounded, soft, chunky, bouncy, inked.
A chunky, rounded display face with hand-drawn irregularity and soft, swollen strokes. Terminals are blunt and slightly tapered, with subtle wobble in verticals and curves that keeps the texture lively. Counters are generally open and generous, and the lowercase shows a casual, print-like construction with single-storey forms and a simplified skeleton. Spacing reads a bit loose and airy for the weight, helping large sizes stay clear while preserving an uneven, handmade rhythm.
Best suited to headlines, short paragraphs, and punchy callouts where its weight and personality can carry the message. It works well for playful branding, kids-oriented materials, menus, packaging, and posters that benefit from an informal, handmade feel.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a gently goofy, storybook sensibility. Its buoyant shapes and uneven finish feel human and informal, lending a lighthearted, crafty character that fits playful messaging more than strict neutrality.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, friendly handwritten look in a clean, unconnected print style—prioritizing warmth and character over strict uniformity. Its simplified forms and sturdy strokes suggest a focus on legibility at display sizes while keeping a charming, hand-rendered texture.
Distinctive quirks—like the curved, footed “t,” the loopier “g,” and the chunky numerals—reinforce a custom, marker-or-brush-drawn impression. The thick strokes and softened corners create strong color on the page, while the slight inconsistencies add charm and prevent it from feeling mechanically geometric.