Cursive Tebiv 1 is a regular weight, narrow, high contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: invitations, greeting cards, branding, social posts, packaging, casual, friendly, playful, romantic, artisanal, handwritten feel, personal warmth, expressive display, quick scripting, brushy, looping, bouncy, expressive, monoline-ish.
A lively, handwritten script with a rightward slant and brush-pen modulation that produces crisp thick–thin contrast. Letterforms favor rounded bowls, soft terminals, and frequent loops, with an uneven baseline rhythm that feels naturally written rather than mechanically constructed. Capitals are larger and more gestural, often featuring extended entry/exit strokes, while lowercase forms keep a compact core with tall ascenders and occasional long descenders. Numerals and punctuation match the calligraphic flow, maintaining the same tapered stroke endings and slightly varying stroke pressure.
Well suited for short to medium-length text where personality is the goal—such as invitations, greeting cards, product labels, boutique branding, and social media graphics. It also works nicely for quotes, headings, and accent typography when paired with a calmer sans or serif for body copy.
The overall tone is warm and personable, with a breezy, conversational feel. Its looping forms and buoyant rhythm lend a playful, slightly romantic character that reads as handcrafted and approachable rather than formal.
Designed to capture the look of quick, confident brush handwriting with an emphasis on fluid motion and expressive contrast. The forms prioritize charm and momentum over strict uniformity, aiming to feel personal, crafted, and easy to deploy in display settings.
Connections between letters appear intermittent—some pairs link smoothly while others remain separated—giving the texture a spontaneous, note-like quality. The high contrast and tight spacing can make dense text feel energetic, while larger sizes showcase the expressive stroke shapes and swashes more clearly.