Print Utmek 8 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, italic, short x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, children’s, social media, headlines, casual, playful, handmade, friendly, quirky, handmade charm, casual signage, friendly tone, informal display, brushy, slanted, angular, lively, textured.
A lively, hand-drawn print face with a consistent rightward slant and brush-like stroke behavior. Letterforms are narrow and compact, with slightly irregular outlines, tapered terminals, and occasional sharp corners that suggest quick marker or brush pen movement. Curves are simplified and open, counters are moderately sized, and widths vary across characters, creating an uneven, human rhythm. Numerals and capitals follow the same informal construction, with subtle wobble and small variations in stroke thickness that keep the texture present without becoming messy.
This font works best for display and short-to-medium text where an informal, handmade impression is desired—such as posters, greeting cards, product packaging, café menus, book covers, classroom materials, and social media graphics. It can also add personality to subheads or callouts when paired with a more neutral text face.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a playful, slightly mischievous energy. Its hand-rendered irregularities read as personal and spontaneous, giving text an informal voice suited to lighthearted or crafty messaging rather than formal editorial work.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of handwritten signage: quick, slanted strokes, casual proportions, and a lightly textured edge that feels drawn rather than constructed. It prioritizes personality and approachable charm while maintaining clear, readable letter shapes.
Spacing appears naturally loose and irregular in a way that reinforces the handwritten feel, and the slanted stance helps lines flow forward. The forms remain recognizable and fairly consistent across the set, balancing character with legibility at display and short-text sizes.