Print Ibnot 16 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, children’s, stickers, playful, friendly, quirky, casual, handmade, handmade charm, approachability, playful display, casual branding, rounded, soft, bouncy, chunky, cartoonish.
A heavy, rounded hand-drawn print with softly swelling strokes and gently uneven contours that mimic marker or brush lettering. Letterforms are compact and slightly condensed, with a steady upright stance and a lively, irregular rhythm. Terminals tend to be blunt and rounded, counters are generous, and several joins show subtle wobble and organic asymmetry, reinforcing the handmade feel. Uppercase forms are simple and sturdy, while lowercase adds more personality through varied widths and distinctive bowls and tails; numerals match the same chunky, simplified construction.
Best suited to short, high-impact text such as headlines, posters, product packaging, and playful branding where a friendly handmade tone is desired. It also works well for children’s materials, crafts, labels, and social graphics, especially when set at medium to large sizes for clear shapes and strong personality.
The overall tone is warm, informal, and slightly mischievous, with a cheerful cartoon energy. Its bouncy shapes and softened edges feel approachable and kid-friendly, while the irregularities add charm and spontaneity rather than precision.
The design appears intended to deliver an approachable, hand-rendered look that feels like bold marker lettering—simple, sturdy shapes with enough irregularity to read as human-made. It prioritizes personality and warmth over formal consistency, aiming for instant charm in display settings.
The texture remains consistent across the alphabet, maintaining a cohesive “drawn” voice without becoming overly noisy. The narrow set width and heavy color create strong presence, but the playful irregularities make it feel more personal than geometric.