Print Isbol 9 is a very bold, narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Artegra Soft' by Artegra, 'Romper' by DearType, 'Grupi Sans' by Dikas Studio, 'Hjem' by Hanoded, 'Clintone' by Jinan Studio, 'MVB Diazo' by MVB, and 'Ravager' by Rillatype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: kids, posters, packaging, signage, stickers, playful, friendly, whimsical, casual, youthful, approachability, informality, display impact, handmade feel, rounded, blobby, soft, bouncy, chunky.
A heavy, rounded print style with soft terminals and a hand-drawn, slightly irregular rhythm. Strokes are consistently thick with gently bulging curves and minimal contrast, giving letters a pillowy silhouette. Counters are small and rounded, joins are smoothed, and spacing feels open enough for the chunky forms to breathe. Overall proportions read compact and slightly condensed, with a lively baseline and subtly varied shapes that keep the texture informal.
Well-suited for kid-focused materials, playful posters, casual signage, and packaging that benefits from a bold, friendly voice. It works particularly well for short headlines, labels, and callouts where the rounded shapes can read as welcoming and energetic.
The tone is cheerful and approachable, with a bubbly, cartoon-like warmth that feels lighthearted rather than formal. Its uneven, hand-rendered character suggests spontaneity and fun, making text feel personable and relaxed.
The design appears intended to deliver a bold, approachable handwritten print look with softened geometry and a deliberately imperfect, drawn-by-hand feel. It prioritizes personality and visual impact over formal precision, aiming for immediate friendliness and readability in display contexts.
The set includes distinctive, rounded numerals and simple, highly legible lowercase forms with single-storey shapes where expected in casual print. The heavy weight and soft corners create strong color on the page; at smaller sizes the tight counters and thick joins may reduce clarity, while larger sizes emphasize the playful personality.