Print Islop 7 is a very bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Aspira' by Durotype, 'EquipCondensed' by Hoftype, 'Averta Standard PE' by Intelligent Design, 'Avenir Next Paneuropean' by Linotype, 'Geometris Round' by NicolassFonts, 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType, and 'Grold Rounded' by Typesketchbook (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s design, posters, packaging, headlines, stickers, playful, friendly, chunky, kidlike, casual, approachability, humor, handmade feel, display impact, youthful tone, rounded, blobby, soft, bouncy, hand-drawn.
A heavy, rounded hand-drawn print with swollen, blobby strokes and softened corners throughout. Letterforms lean on simple geometric bases but show lively irregularities in curves, terminals, and internal counters, creating an organic, marker-like texture. Proportions are compact with short-looking extenders and generous bowls; apertures tend to be small, and counters are often tight, which increases the dense, punchy color in text. The overall rhythm is slightly uneven in width and contour, reinforcing a natural, drawn feel while remaining clearly legible at display sizes.
Best suited to short, high-impact settings where the thick, rounded forms can breathe—children’s materials, playful posters, product packaging, stickers, and bold social graphics. It works well for headlines and short blurbs, while longer paragraphs may feel heavy due to the tight counters and dense texture.
The font projects a warm, goofy confidence—more cartoon and classroom than corporate. Its bouncy silhouettes and soft edges feel approachable and humorous, suggesting fun, snacks-and-stickers energy rather than seriousness. The bold, cushioned shapes add a comforting, upbeat tone that reads as friendly and informal.
The design appears intended to deliver a cheerful, hand-drawn print voice with strong visual weight and immediate legibility. By prioritizing rounded, simplified shapes and gentle irregularity, it aims to feel personable and fun while staying sturdy enough for attention-grabbing display typography.
Uppercase forms are simple and sturdy, while lowercase introduces more personality (notably single-storey shapes and rounded joins) that heightens the hand-made character. Numerals are similarly chunky and simplified, matching the letters with consistent softness and a slightly wobbly baseline impression.