Print Ibnet 5 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font visually similar to 'Black River' by Larin Type Co, 'Antiquel' by Lemonthe, and 'Hardley Brush' by Negara Studio (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s, packaging, posters, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade, handmade charm, friendly display, informal branding, playful tone, rounded, chunky, bouncy, soft terminals, cartoonish.
A chunky, hand-drawn print face with rounded forms and softened corners throughout. Strokes are heavy and largely uniform, with gently uneven contours that create a natural, handmade rhythm. Proportions are compact with tight interior counters and simplified geometry; curves tend to be bulbous and joints are subtly pinched, reinforcing an informal marker-like texture. The lowercase is compact and monoline, with single-storey shapes and short extenders, while numerals follow the same soft, blobby construction for a cohesive color on the page.
This font suits short to medium-length display settings where warmth and informality are desirable, such as children’s materials, playful posters, casual branding, product packaging, and greeting cards. It also works well for labels, stickers, and social graphics where a bold, friendly handwritten look needs to read quickly at moderate sizes.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a slightly goofy, cartoon-like charm. Its imperfect edges and bouncy spacing feel conversational and kid-friendly, giving text an easygoing, handmade personality rather than a polished or technical voice.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a thick marker, prioritizing personality and approachability over strict geometric precision. Its rounded, simplified letterforms aim for clear, cheerful readability while preserving the spontaneity of drawn shapes.
Round punctuation dots and the generally closed apertures contribute to a dark, high-ink texture, especially in longer lines. The design maintains consistent weight and corner treatment across letters and figures, which helps it stay cohesive even when the letterforms vary in width.