Print Valum 5 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, headlines, greeting cards, playful, whimsical, hand-drawn, storybook, friendly, handmade charm, friendly display, playful voice, compact headlines, quirky, bouncy, casual, soft serifs, wobbly.
A hand-drawn, print-style face with lightly tapered strokes and subtle flare at terminals, giving a brush-or-pen made feel without connecting letters. Forms are tall and compact with a bouncy rhythm, showing gentle irregularities in curves and stem alignment that read as intentional and consistent. Counters are open and rounded, while occasional wedge-like tips and small, soft serifs add character in both caps and lowercase. Numerals follow the same narrow, slightly wavy construction, with simple, readable shapes and an informal texture.
This font works best for short-to-medium display settings where a friendly, handcrafted voice is desirable—such as children’s publishing, playful branding, packaging, posters, event materials, and greeting cards. It can also suit pull quotes or section headings when you want an informal, human texture.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a whimsical, storybook quality that feels personal and lightly quirky. Its uneven warmth suggests handmade signage and playful editorial display rather than strict formality.
The design appears intended to capture the charm of hand-printed lettering with controlled consistency: lively proportions, gently flared terminals, and a narrow, upright stance that keeps words compact while still feeling expressive.
Uppercase letters maintain a consistent hand-rendered style, while lowercase adds extra charm through varied bowls and ascenders that introduce a lively cadence. Spacing appears intentionally airy enough for display use, letting the irregular stroke endings and subtle contrast show at larger sizes.