Cursive Puto 12 is a regular weight, very narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: social media, packaging, invitations, greeting cards, quotes, casual, friendly, playful, handmade, approachable, handwritten voice, casual charm, quick lettering, human warmth, brushy, looping, monolinear, bouncy, rounded.
A lively handwritten script with a brush-pen feel, built from mostly monoline strokes that subtly swell and taper at turns and terminals. Letterforms are narrow and upright-leaning with a steady rightward slant, rounded bowls, and frequent looped entries and exits. Connections are fluid in running text, with occasional lifted joins that preserve a quick, written rhythm. Ascenders are tall and prominent, while counters stay open enough to keep the texture light and legible at display sizes.
Well-suited for short-to-medium phrases where an authentic handwritten voice is desired, such as social posts, product labels, café menus, stationery, and event invitations. It can also work for headers and pull quotes when paired with a clean sans for body text.
The font reads as informal and personable, like quick note-taking or a hand-lettered caption. Its looping forms and buoyant rhythm add a cheerful, conversational tone that feels modern and relaxed rather than formal or calligraphic.
The design appears intended to capture an easy, everyday cursive style with a brushy smoothness—prioritizing warmth, speed, and a natural handwritten cadence over strict formal consistency.
Uppercase letters are simplified and gestural, often resembling single-stroke constructions that blend smoothly into the following letters. Numerals match the handwritten logic, with soft curves and minimal ornament, keeping the overall color consistent across mixed text.