Print Kubam 8 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font visually similar to 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s media, packaging, posters, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, chunky, bouncy, approachability, playfulness, handmade feel, display impact, informality, rounded, soft, hand-drawn, cartoonish, youthful.
A rounded, hand-drawn sans with thick, softly swelling strokes and fully blunted terminals. Letterforms lean on simple geometric cores (circles and capsules) but keep an intentionally irregular, marker-like contour that varies slightly from glyph to glyph. Counters are generous and mostly open, with compact joins and simplified construction (notably in K, R, and the diagonals), producing a sturdy silhouette and an even, low-detail texture in text. The x-height is prominent, and the overall rhythm feels bouncy due to subtle width and shape variation across characters.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where personality is a priority—children’s products, playful packaging, casual posters, social graphics, and friendly branding. The strong, rounded shapes also work well for titles, labels, and display settings where a bold, approachable voice is desired.
The font communicates a warm, approachable personality with a whimsical, cartoon-like tone. Its chunky curves and hand-rendered wobble feel informal and kid-friendly, suggesting spontaneity and friendliness rather than precision or formality.
Designed to mimic a confident, hand-lettered print style with thick marker strokes and softened geometry, prioritizing friendliness and immediate readability. The intent appears to be a charming, informal display face that feels human and upbeat while maintaining consistent enough structure for repeated use.
In running text, the heavy color and rounded forms create strong presence, while the mild irregularities add charm and prevent the texture from feeling mechanical. Numerals match the same soft, playful construction, with simplified shapes and rounded corners that keep the set cohesive.