Print Kulik 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Pantograph' by Colophon Foundry, 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'Otter' by Hemphill Type, 'Corporative Sans Round Condensed' by Latinotype, and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: kids branding, packaging, posters, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, cheerful, handmade warmth, approachability, playful display, casual clarity, rounded, soft, bouncy, chunky, blobby.
A rounded, marker-like print with thick, monoline strokes and softly inflated terminals. Letters are built from simple, compact shapes with irregular curves and subtly uneven stroke edges that keep the texture hand-drawn rather than geometric. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, with slightly wobbly verticals, generous bowls, and a generally wide, open interior space that supports readability despite the heavy weight. Curves dominate the construction, and joins are smooth and cushioned, producing a distinctly soft silhouette across both uppercase and lowercase.
Well-suited for children’s products, playful branding, packaging, and posters where an inviting, handmade feel is desired. It performs best at display sizes for headlines, labels, and short bursts of copy, and can also work for brief UI callouts or social graphics when a friendly, informal tone is needed.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a childlike, crafty character that feels informal and personable. Its bouncy rhythm and rounded forms suggest warmth and humor, lending a lighthearted voice to short messages and attention-grabbing headlines.
The design appears intended to mimic a thick felt-tip or brush marker print—prioritizing warmth, immediacy, and personality over strict consistency. Its softened geometry and gentle irregularity aim to feel human and approachable while staying clear enough for everyday display use.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and compact, while the lowercase keeps a simple handwritten logic with a single-storey ‘a’ and ‘g’ and rounded dots. Numerals follow the same softened, hand-drawn approach, maintaining consistent weight and a friendly, cartoonish presence in mixed settings.