Print Dimel 3 is a light, very narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, labels, greeting cards, posters, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, quirky, handwritten tone, friendly labeling, casual readability, youthful charm, monoline, rounded, hand-drawn, unconnected, bouncy.
A slim, monoline hand-printed design with softly rounded terminals and gently uneven stroke endings that preserve a drawn-by-hand feel. Proportions are tall and compact, with narrow letterforms and small counters, while spacing remains airy and readable in text. The outlines show subtle wobble and organic curve transitions, giving the alphabet a lively rhythm without becoming messy; joins are minimal and letters remain unconnected. Capitals are simple and open, with restrained geometry, and lowercase forms keep a modest, compact body that maintains consistent texture across lines.
Well-suited to short-to-medium text where a casual, human touch is desirable—children’s materials, classroom resources, craft and DIY branding, labels, packaging callouts, and greeting cards. It can also work for headlines on posters or social graphics when a friendly, handwritten tone is needed without cursive connections.
The overall tone is warm and informal, like tidy handwriting used for notes or labels. Its slight irregularity and narrow, upright stance create a lighthearted, personable voice that feels friendly rather than polished or corporate.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, everyday print handwriting with a controlled, consistent stroke and a touch of natural imperfection. It prioritizes approachability and clarity in informal settings, aiming for a hand-drawn personality that remains clean enough for repeated reading.
Numerals match the same slender, rounded construction and sit comfortably alongside letters, supporting mixed alphanumeric settings. The text sample shows a steady baseline and consistent color across longer passages, suggesting it works best when you want a hand-made impression while keeping legibility.