Print Sikov 10 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, whimsical, casual, kidlike, handwritten feel, approachability, playfulness, informal display, friendly legibility, rounded, bubbly, soft terminals, hand-drawn, chunky.
A rounded, hand-drawn print style with thick, blobby strokes and softened corners throughout. Letterforms show subtle wobble and variable stroke edges that mimic marker or brush pressure, with mostly monoline behavior and very low internal contrast. Counters are generous and often slightly irregular, and joins tend to be bulbous rather than crisp. Proportions are compact and sturdy in caps, while lowercase includes simple, single-storey forms and short, soft ascenders/descenders; numerals follow the same chunky, rounded construction for a cohesive texture.
This font works best for display settings such as children’s titles, playful posters, product packaging, greeting cards, and short headlines where a warm, informal tone is desired. It can also serve for brief callouts or labels, especially when legibility needs to remain friendly and soft rather than sharp and technical.
The overall tone is upbeat and approachable, with a goofy, storybook warmth that feels informal and human. Its gentle irregularities and rounded silhouettes create a lighthearted, friendly voice suited to cheerful messaging rather than formal typography.
The design appears intended to emulate casual hand lettering with a consistent, chunky rhythm—prioritizing charm and approachability over precision. Its rounded construction and slightly irregular strokes suggest an emphasis on personality and readability in playful, everyday contexts.
Spacing appears roomy enough to keep the heavy shapes from clumping, and the design maintains consistent personality across uppercase, lowercase, and figures. The bold massing and rounded terminals make it most effective at larger sizes where the playful details read clearly.