Distressed Lemu 6 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, craft branding, children's books, labels, handmade, rustic, playful, quirky, crafty, handmade texture, human warmth, informal display, printed grit, rough edge, inked, wobbly, organic, casual.
A casual, hand-rendered sans with rounded, simplified forms and visibly uneven outlines. Strokes appear marker- or brush-like, with slight swelling, blunted terminals, and irregular edge texture that mimics imperfect inking or rough printing. Curves are soft and somewhat lumpy, counters are open and inconsistent, and spacing varies from glyph to glyph, reinforcing an organic, drawn-by-hand rhythm. The numerals and capitals match the same informal construction, with occasional asymmetry and intentionally imperfect geometry.
Well-suited for packaging, labels, and brand accents that want a handmade or small-batch feel. It can add personality to posters, invitations, and casual editorial callouts, and works especially well in short headlines, product names, and playful messaging where texture is a feature rather than a distraction.
The font conveys a friendly, homemade tone with a lightly gritty finish. Its irregular texture and wobbly strokes create an approachable, human voice that feels crafty and unpolished rather than technical or corporate.
The design appears intended to replicate quick hand lettering with a rough-ink finish, prioritizing warmth and character over mechanical precision. It aims to deliver an authentic, tactile look that reads clearly at display sizes while retaining visible imperfections.
Mixed-case styling feels cohesive: lowercase forms are compact and simple, while capitals are slightly more expressive with broader curves and uneven stroke endings. The distressed edge treatment is consistent across letters and figures, giving text a unified, tactile presence.