Print Gelid 3 is a bold, narrow, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: posters, packaging, headlines, kids media, branding, playful, casual, quirky, friendly, hand-drawn, handmade warmth, approachability, visual punch, informal clarity, rounded, soft corners, compact, chunky, bouncy baseline.
A compact, heavy, hand-drawn print with rounded ends and slightly irregular stroke edges. The letterforms are mostly upright with simplified geometry and gently uneven widths that create a natural, drawn rhythm. Counters are open and generous for the weight, and curves (C, O, S) feel smooth but not mechanically perfect, reinforcing the handmade character. Terminals tend to be blunt or softly tapered, and the overall texture is dense and punchy without relying on sharp contrast.
Works best for short-to-medium display copy such as posters, playful branding, packaging, social graphics, and headers where a friendly handmade feel is desired. It can also support readable subheads or brief paragraphs when generous spacing and sufficient size are used to keep the dense weight from feeling crowded.
The font conveys a cheerful, informal tone that feels approachable and a bit mischievous. Its slight wobble and softened forms suggest handmade signage or marker lettering rather than formal typography, giving text an easygoing, conversational voice.
The design appears intended to mimic casual hand-printed lettering—confident, bold strokes with just enough irregularity to feel human—while staying cohesive and legible in continuous text. It prioritizes warmth and personality over strict geometric precision.
The set shows noticeable, intentional irregularity in curves and joins, producing a lively texture in paragraphs. Numerals share the same chunky, rounded construction and read clearly at display sizes, with a consistent, friendly silhouette across the character set shown.