Print Darew 7 is a light, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, greeting cards, craft branding, friendly, casual, playful, handmade, approachable, human warmth, casual readability, handmade texture, friendly display, rounded, brushy, organic, lively, open.
A casual, hand-drawn print face with rounded, slightly irregular outlines and a gently brushy stroke texture. Forms are mostly open and airy, with soft curves, tapered terminals, and occasional wobble that keeps the rhythm lively rather than mechanical. Capitals are simple and legible with modest personality (notably broad bowls and open counters), while lowercase maintains a straightforward handwritten structure with a single-storey a and g, tall ascenders, and compact, rounded joins. Numerals follow the same informal construction, with smooth curves and subtly varied stroke endings that reinforce the drawn-by-hand feel.
Well suited to short-to-medium text where a human, informal tone is desired—such as children’s materials, hobby and craft branding, casual packaging, invitations, and friendly posters. It can also work for headings or pull quotes that benefit from a warm, handwritten presence while remaining readable.
The overall tone is friendly and relaxed, suggesting everyday notes, classroom materials, or informal signage. Its mild quirks and soft terminals read as personable and human, giving text a warm, approachable voice without becoming overly decorative.
The design intent appears to be a legible, everyday handwritten print style that balances clarity with visible hand-made character. It aims to add warmth and personality to text through subtle irregularities, rounded shapes, and brush-like terminals while staying practical for general display and informal copy.
Spacing appears comfortable in running text, and the letterforms keep clear silhouettes even with their organic irregularities. The ampersand and punctuation in the sample text align with the same rounded, handwritten sensibility, helping longer passages feel cohesive.