Print Koboz 1 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, craft branding, playful, friendly, casual, kidlike, approachable, handmade feel, approachability, whimsy, casual emphasis, rounded, chunky, bouncy, soft, hand-drawn.
A chunky, hand-drawn print style with thick, rounded strokes and softly blunted terminals. Letterforms are simplified and slightly irregular, with a lively baseline bounce and uneven stroke shaping that preserves a marker-like, drawn-by-hand rhythm. Counters tend to be open and generous (notably in O, P, R), and curves dominate over sharp corners, giving the alphabet a smooth, bubbly silhouette. Spacing and widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, reinforcing the informal, handmade texture.
Best suited to short-to-medium text where warmth and informality are desired, such as children’s materials, playful posters, casual packaging, stickers, and lighthearted branding. It also works well for headings and pull quotes where its bold, rounded texture can set an upbeat tone without needing fine detail.
The overall tone is cheerful and lighthearted, with a cozy, sketchbook personality that feels welcoming rather than formal. Its gentle wobble and rounded forms suggest spontaneity and humor, making it read as personable and expressive.
The design appears intended to mimic quick, confident hand lettering with a thick marker, prioritizing charm, clarity, and an intentionally imperfect rhythm. It aims to feel human and approachable, delivering high-impact legibility with a friendly, whimsical voice.
Uppercase shapes stay simple and sturdy, while lowercase forms lean more playful, with single-storey a and g and a compact, rounded i/j dot. Numerals follow the same soft, thick construction, keeping a consistent, friendly color in text.