Print Ukmaf 17 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, upright, very short x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, greeting cards, posters, kids, craft branding, playful, whimsical, casual, friendly, handmade, handmade feel, friendly display, casual signage, youthful tone, monoline-ish, bouncy, quirky, tall, rounded.
A tall, hand-drawn print face with slim, slightly wavering strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms are mostly unconnected with a lively, bouncy rhythm and irregular handwritten spacing, giving each glyph a distinct, personal feel. Curves are generous and open, ascenders are prominent, and bowls and loops (notably in letters like g, y, and J) add animated movement. Numerals follow the same informal construction, staying simple and legible with lightly uneven contours.
Works well for short-to-medium display text where a casual, friendly voice is desired—such as packaging, greeting cards, invitations, children’s materials, café menus, small posters, and craft or boutique branding. It can also suit social graphics and headlines when you want an informal handwritten look without connected script.
The overall tone is cheerful and human, like quick marker lettering on a note or label. Its narrow, vertical energy and occasional exaggerated loops make it feel whimsical and youthful rather than formal or technical.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a narrow, tall profile and playful loop details, prioritizing warmth and personality over strict geometric consistency.
Capital shapes tend to be simplified and airy, while lowercase forms carry more personality through loops and descenders. Stroke endings vary subtly from blunt to slightly tapered, reinforcing the hand-rendered texture without becoming messy.