Print Upnam 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, social media, invitations, friendly, casual, playful, approachable, handmade, handmade warmth, casual readability, playful voice, informal branding, rounded, monoline, bouncy, soft, quirky.
This font is an informal, hand-drawn print style with monoline strokes and gently rounded terminals. Letterforms are mostly upright with a slightly bouncy baseline and subtle irregularities that mimic marker or felt-tip pen writing. Proportions are compact and somewhat condensed, with open counters and simplified constructions that keep forms clear at display and subhead sizes. Stroke joins are smooth rather than sharp, and curves are softly flattened in places, reinforcing the drawn-by-hand character.
It works best for cheerful, informal communication such as children’s materials, classroom resources, posters, stickers, and friendly packaging. It also suits social graphics, invitations, and brand moments that benefit from a handmade voice, especially in titles, captions, and short paragraphs where personality is the priority.
The overall tone is warm and personable, leaning playful and conversational rather than polished or corporate. Its small inconsistencies and rounded shapes give it a human, spontaneous feel that reads as friendly and lighthearted.
The design appears intended to capture the ease of quick hand lettering while maintaining dependable readability across mixed-case text and numerals. Its softened geometry and controlled irregularity suggest a deliberate balance between casual charm and practical clarity.
Capitals maintain a straightforward, legible structure while still showing hand pressure and slight variation in curve tension. Numerals follow the same casual rhythm and appear designed to blend seamlessly with text, supporting headlines and short bursts of copy without looking overly formal.