Print Upkal 1 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, reverse italic, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, craft branding, social graphics, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, youthful, handmade warmth, approachable tone, playful clarity, casual display, rounded, bouncy, soft, wobbly, quirky.
A casual hand-drawn print with rounded terminals and softly irregular strokes that mimic marker or felt-tip lettering. The letterforms lean slightly backward and show lively, uneven rhythm, with gentle wobble in stems and bowls and small variations in character width. Counters are open and simplified, and curves are emphasized over sharp corners, giving the alphabet a smooth, approachable texture. Numerals follow the same informal construction, with simple, legible shapes and subtly inconsistent alignment that reinforces the handmade feel.
Well-suited to display and short-to-medium text where an informal, personable tone is desired, such as children’s materials, playful packaging, café menus, stickers, and social media graphics. It can also work for headings and pull quotes in friendly editorial layouts, especially when paired with a neutral text face for body copy.
The overall tone is warm and lighthearted, with a kid-friendly, doodled personality. Its backward slant and rounded shapes create an easygoing, conversational voice that feels personal rather than polished or corporate.
This design appears intended to capture the spontaneity of handwritten marker lettering while staying clear and consistent enough for everyday messaging. The subtle backward lean, rounded construction, and controlled irregularity aim to deliver a cheerful, approachable style that feels handmade without becoming messy.
The sample text shows consistent spacing and a steady baseline despite intentional irregularities in stroke and shape, helping paragraphs remain readable. The font’s simplified forms and soft corners favor charm over precision, with a slightly buoyant, animated cadence across words.