Print Hykes 2 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Acumin' by Adobe, 'Sebino Soft' by Nine Font, and 'TT Hoves Pro' and 'TT Norms Pro' by TypeType (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, posters, headlines, greeting cards, playful, friendly, casual, kidlike, quirky, handmade feel, approachability, informality, whimsy, rounded, blobby, soft terminals, monoline, bouncy baseline.
A chunky, rounded handwritten print with monoline strokes and soft, bulb-like terminals. Letterforms feel loosely drawn, with gentle wobble in curves and subtle irregularities in stroke edges that keep the texture lively. Counters are generally open and generous, while joins and corners are heavily softened, producing a pillowy silhouette. Spacing and widths vary noticeably from glyph to glyph, creating a bouncy rhythm that reads more like marker lettering than constructed type.
This font works best for short to medium-length text where a friendly, handmade voice is desired—such as children’s materials, playful branding, craft packaging, café menus, greeting cards, and informal posters. It’s especially effective in headlines, callouts, and labels where its rounded weight and casual rhythm can carry the message quickly.
The overall tone is warm and approachable, with a cheerful, informal energy. Its softened shapes and slightly uneven rhythm give it a personable, handmade feel that leans whimsical rather than serious or technical.
The design appears intended to mimic thick marker or brush-pen handwriting in a clean, readable print style. Its softened corners, varied widths, and slightly imperfect strokes suggest a deliberate effort to feel human, relaxed, and approachable in display-oriented settings.
Uppercase forms are simple and bold with minimal detail, while lowercase shapes are compact and friendly; descenders on letters like g and y add extra bounce. Numerals match the same rounded, hand-drawn logic, with simplified forms that prioritize charm and immediacy over strict geometric consistency.