Print Ilvy 8 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, social media, event flyers, playful, casual, friendly, quirky, youthful, handmade charm, friendly display, informal voice, playful emphasis, rounded, brushy, hand-drawn, chunky, bouncy.
A chunky, hand-drawn print with rounded terminals and softly irregular contours that mimic marker or brush pressure. Strokes are thick and fairly consistent, with subtle wobble and occasional swelling that keeps edges organic rather than geometric. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with open counters and simplified structures; curves dominate, and corners tend to be blunted. Spacing and widths vary from glyph to glyph, creating a lively rhythm while maintaining clear, readable silhouettes.
Well-suited to short headlines, posters, kids-oriented materials, casual packaging, and social graphics where a friendly handmade voice is desired. It can also work for labels and simple signage when you want warmth and personality more than strict typographic precision.
The overall tone is lighthearted and approachable, with a spontaneous, doodled energy. Its uneven, inked texture reads as human and informal, giving headlines a cheerful, relaxed personality.
Likely designed to provide an easygoing, hand-lettered look that feels personal and fun while remaining straightforward to read. The consistent heaviness and rounded shaping suggest an emphasis on bold presence and approachable character for display typography.
Uppercase and lowercase share a cohesive, casual construction, and the numerals match the same rounded, hand-rendered feel. The font stays legible at display sizes, where its stroke texture and irregularities become part of the charm.