Print Arlob 12 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: kids, packaging, posters, social media, crafts, friendly, playful, casual, whimsical, approachable, hand-drawn charm, friendly clarity, space saving, casual voice, rounded, monoline, bouncy, tall, airy.
A tall, slim handwritten print with monoline strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are simple and open, with gentle stroke wobble and slightly irregular curves that keep the texture human and informal. Proportions run narrow with generous counters and a clean, uncluttered rhythm; ascenders and capitals feel notably elongated. Numerals and punctuation follow the same spare, rounded construction, maintaining an even, lightweight color across text.
Well suited to playful branding, kid-oriented materials, craft and DIY packaging, casual posters, and social graphics where an easygoing handwritten tone is desired. It can also work for short headlines, labels, and pull quotes where narrow width helps fit more text without feeling dense.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a lighthearted, slightly quirky personality. Its narrow, airy forms and hand-drawn steadiness make it feel conversational and approachable rather than formal or technical.
Designed to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering with a slim footprint and a friendly, contemporary feel. The restrained stroke variation and simplified shapes prioritize clarity while preserving the charm of a drawn-by-hand texture.
Capitals are especially tall and streamlined, giving headings a vertical emphasis. Curves tend to be oval and softly squared off at ends, and the baseline presence feels gently bouncy without becoming messy, helping maintain readability in short-to-medium settings.