Print Ibmel 9 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, posters, headlines, children’s media, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, cheerful, human touch, approachability, informal display, cheerful voice, easy readability, rounded, chunky, soft terminals, inked, bouncy.
A compact, hand-drawn print style with sturdy, rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. Forms are slightly irregular in a controlled way, giving a lively rhythm while staying highly legible. Curves are generous and open, counters are moderately large, and joins tend to be smooth rather than sharp. Lowercase shows a simple, handwritten construction with single-story a and g, a narrow, tall t, and straightforward dot accents; numerals are similarly rounded and consistent in weight.
Well suited to packaging, labels, posters, and headline copy where a friendly, informal voice is needed. It also fits children’s materials, classroom resources, and craft or boutique branding that benefits from a personable, hand-rendered look.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a lighthearted, homemade feel. Its bouncy proportions and gently uneven strokes suggest informality and friendliness rather than precision or severity.
The design appears intended to mimic neat hand lettering with a confident marker-like stroke, balancing charm and readability. It aims to provide an informal display voice that feels personal and approachable without becoming overly decorative.
Capitals read cleanly at display sizes, while the lowercase maintains an easy, conversational texture in text lines. The font’s consistent stroke thickness and rounded shaping help it hold up well in solid color fills and simple production contexts.