Print Kykim 8 is a very bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children’s, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, casual, whimsical, handmade, handmade charm, friendly impact, casual branding, playful display, rounded, bouncy, chunky, soft, puffy.
A heavy, rounded handwritten print with soft terminals and subtly irregular stroke behavior that preserves a consistent overall weight. Letters show gently wobbly contours and simplified forms, with occasional bulb-like joins and a slightly bouncy baseline impression in mixed text. Counters are compact and shapes are broadly rounded, giving the forms a puffy, marker-like presence while remaining clear at display sizes. The lowercase is straightforward and legible, with single-storey a and g, a short-armed r, and a tall, simple t; the figures share the same rounded, informal construction.
Works best for short, high-impact text such as posters, headlines, product packaging, labels, and sticker-style graphics where a friendly handmade voice is desired. It can also support children’s materials and casual branding, especially when set with generous tracking and ample line spacing.
The font feels warm and approachable, with a lively, kid-friendly energy and an intentionally handmade personality. Its chunky softness reads as cheerful and informal, suited to lighthearted messaging rather than formal or technical tone.
Designed to deliver a bold, approachable handwritten look that feels drawn rather than typeset, prioritizing charm and immediacy over precision. The rounded, chunky construction suggests an intention to mimic marker lettering for attention-grabbing display use.
Capitals are assertive and compact, with rounded corners throughout; diagonals (K, V, W, X) are simplified and sturdy rather than sharp. Spacing looks slightly loose and airy in the sample text, helping the dense strokes avoid clogging and supporting readability in short lines and headlines.