Print Ibkuv 4 is a regular weight, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: packaging, editorial, children’s, posters, branding, friendly, folksy, warm, casual, storybook, handcrafted feel, friendly tone, softened serif, readable display, rounded serifs, soft terminals, inked, lively, approachable.
This typeface has a hand-drawn, serifed print feel with rounded, slightly flared terminals and softly bracketed serifs. Strokes show gentle, organic modulation and a subtly uneven rhythm that suggests pen pressure rather than geometric construction. Curves are full and open, counters are generously sized, and joins stay smooth and sturdy, giving letters a comfortable, readable texture. The lowercase features simple, upright forms with a single-storey a and g, compact bowls, and friendly, bulb-like dots on i and j; numerals are similarly rounded and sturdy with clear, old-style warmth.
It performs well in short-to-medium passages where a warm, personable voice is desired, such as packaging copy, menus, book covers, pull quotes, and editorial headlines. It can also support friendly brand identities and event materials where a handcrafted impression is more important than strict typographic formality.
Overall, it conveys an approachable, homespun tone—more charming than formal—suited to friendly messaging and human-centered branding. The soft serifs and slightly bouncy drawing lend a storybook and craft sensibility without becoming overly decorative or script-like.
The design appears intended to emulate informal, hand-printed lettering while retaining the structure of a readable serif text face. Its softened serifs and rounded terminals aim to add personality and charm to everyday typography without sacrificing clarity.
Capitals have a stately but softened presence, with broad curves (C, G, O, Q) and slightly tapered stems that keep the texture lively. The texture remains consistent across letters and figures, creating a cohesive, hand-printed voice that stays legible in continuous text.