Print Hurel 3 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book covers, packaging, posters, headlines, branding, playful, rustic, storybook, handmade, friendly, handmade feel, casual warmth, rustic character, display impact, rough-edged, blunt-serifed, lively, chunky, organic.
This typeface has a chunky, hand-drawn build with slightly irregular outlines and a lively, uneven rhythm across the alphabet. Strokes end in blunt, wedge-like serif hints and tapered corners, giving forms a carved or stamped feel rather than a smooth brush script. Curves are generously rounded but not perfectly symmetrical, and many letters show subtle wobble in verticals and shoulders that reinforces the handmade construction. Spacing and letter widths vary noticeably, contributing to an informal, textured color in paragraphs.
It works best for display situations where personality is the priority—such as book covers, posters, craft and food packaging, and brand marks that want an artisanal feel. In longer text it can remain readable, but its textured rhythm and irregularity are most effective at larger sizes or in short passages.
The overall tone feels warm and playful, with a rustic, storybook character that reads as approachable and human. Its roughened edges and uneven cadence suggest craft, nostalgia, and casual charm rather than refinement or strict neutrality.
The design appears intended to capture the look of informal, hand-rendered print lettering with a slightly carved or stamped edge—balancing sturdy shapes with deliberate irregularities to add warmth and character in display typography.
Uppercase forms are sturdy and decorative without becoming overly ornate, while the lowercase keeps simple, readable silhouettes with a distinctly hand-cut personality. Numerals follow the same chunky construction and irregular finishing, helping mixed text maintain a consistent, handmade voice.