Print Valum 2 is a regular weight, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, craft labels, greeting cards, playful, folksy, friendly, casual, quirky, handmade feel, approachability, informal branding, playful texturing, hand-drawn, rounded, bouncy, idiosyncratic, soft.
A hand-drawn, print-style face with gently irregular strokes and a relaxed, slightly bouncy baseline. Letterforms are simple and open, with rounded bowls and subtly tapered terminals that feel brush- or marker-like rather than mechanical. Proportions vary from glyph to glyph, giving the alphabet an organic rhythm; counters stay clear, and the overall texture remains even despite the intentional wobble. Numerals and capitals follow the same informal construction, with occasional asymmetric curves and angled joins that reinforce the drawn character.
It works well for short to medium-length copy where a friendly, hand-made voice is desirable—children’s materials, casual packaging, small posters, invitations, and playful branding. It also suits headings and pull quotes where a warm, informal texture can be a feature rather than a distraction.
The font conveys an approachable, homemade tone—cheerful and a bit mischievous without becoming messy. Its unevenness reads as human and personable, suggesting notes, crafts, and casual storytelling rather than formal communication.
The font appears designed to mimic natural, hand-printed lettering with enough consistency for readable text while preserving the imperfections that signal authenticity and charm.
The design relies on consistent simplicity more than strict geometry: strokes keep a steady presence while small deviations in curve tension and terminal angles provide personality. In text, the irregularities create a lively pattern, so spacing and rhythm feel conversational rather than typographic-neutral.