Sans Other Kenel 13 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids media, comics, playful, handmade, quirky, friendly, casual, handmade feel, playful display, tactile texture, informal voice, angular, irregular, blocky, chiseled, wobbly.
This typeface presents a hand-rendered, sans-like construction with irregular, slightly angular strokes and subtly uneven outlines. Terminals often look cut or chipped rather than smoothly rounded, giving letters a lightly faceted, carved feel. Curves are imperfect and somewhat lumpy, while verticals and diagonals show gentle waviness, creating a lively rhythm in words. Counters are generally open and uncomplicated, and the overall proportions vary from glyph to glyph, contributing to an intentionally inconsistent, handcrafted texture.
It works best in short-to-medium display settings where texture and personality are assets—posters, headlines, packaging, labels, event graphics, and playful branding. It can also suit kids-oriented or comic-adjacent applications where a handmade, quirky voice is desired.
The overall tone is informal and playful, with a quirky, homemade character that feels approachable rather than precise. Its roughened edges and bouncy letterforms suggest craft, spontaneity, and a slightly mischievous energy, making it feel more expressive than neutral.
The design appears intended to mimic a hand-cut or hand-drawn sans, prioritizing character and visual energy over strict geometric consistency. Its slightly jagged edges and varied letter proportions aim to add warmth and a tactile, crafted feel to display typography.
Uppercase forms read bold and posterlike, while lowercase retains the same irregular edge quality, producing a textured line of text. Numerals are similarly stylized with angular bends and uneven curvature, matching the alphabet’s cut-paper or hand-carved impression.