Print Holey 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'DIN Mittel EF' by Elsner+Flake, 'FF DIN' and 'FF DIN Paneuropean' by FontFont, 'ITC Conduit' by ITC, 'Ordina' by Schriftlabor, and 'DINosaur' by Type-Ø-Tones (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: posters, headlines, packaging, kids, branding, playful, casual, friendly, quirky, retro, handmade feel, high impact, approachability, informal display, brushed, rounded, chunky, bouncy, imperfect.
A heavy, right-leaning hand-drawn style with chunky strokes and softly rounded terminals. Letterforms show a brushed, slightly wobbly edge and subtle irregularities in stroke width that create a lively rhythm. Counters are open and simplified, with compact bowls and occasionally flattened curves, while overall spacing feels hand-set rather than mechanically uniform. The figures are similarly weighty and rounded, with a casual, marker-like construction that matches the letters.
Best suited for short display settings where its bold, brushed character can carry personality—such as posters, playful branding, packaging, café or event signage, and social graphics. It can also work for children’s or craft-themed materials where an informal, handmade look is desired, while longer text may benefit from generous size and spacing.
The font reads as upbeat and approachable, with a spontaneous, handmade energy. Its slanted stance and soft corners give it a friendly, conversational tone that feels informal and slightly nostalgic rather than precise or corporate.
Likely designed to deliver an energetic, hand-lettered look that feels immediate and personable, combining strong visibility with a casual, brushed finish. The goal appears to be a friendly display face that adds character and motion without relying on connected script forms.
Uppercase shapes are sturdy and poster-like, while lowercase retains a simple, printy structure that stays highly legible at display sizes. The texture of the strokes and small shape inconsistencies are consistent across the set, reinforcing the hand-rendered personality without becoming overly rough.