Print Uplij 9 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, handmade, youthful, handmade warmth, approachability, playfulness, casual readability, rounded, bouncy, soft terminals, monoline, quirky.
This font presents informal, hand-drawn letterforms with rounded construction and a mostly monoline stroke. Curves are emphasized over sharp corners, with soft terminals and occasional small flares or hooked entry/exit strokes that suggest marker or brush-pen movement. Proportions feel compact and slightly condensed overall, while individual glyphs vary subtly in width and shape, reinforcing a natural, handwritten rhythm. Counters are open and shapes stay clear at text sizes, with mild irregularities that add character without becoming overly rough.
It suits applications that benefit from a personable, handmade voice such as children’s and educational materials, playful posters, greeting cards, and casual packaging. It also works well for lighthearted branding, labels, and social graphics where an inviting, human touch is desired.
The overall tone is cheerful and approachable, with a lightly whimsical, storybook feel. Its bouncy curves and gentle unevenness communicate informality and warmth rather than precision or formality.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, casual hand-printing with enough consistency for extended reading, while preserving small variations and rounded details to keep it lively and personable.
Capitals have a simple, rounded presence with a few decorative swashes on select letters, while lowercase forms keep a straightforward printed structure. Numerals match the same soft, hand-rendered style, with rounded bowls and friendly silhouettes that blend well with text.