Print Jolav 12 is a bold, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hanley Pro' by District 62 Studio, 'Edigna' by Johannes Hoffmann, and 'Branding SF' and 'Organetto' by Latinotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: children’s media, packaging, posters, headlines, signage, playful, friendly, casual, kidlike, bubbly, approachability, handmade feel, cheerful tone, informal readability, rounded, chunky, soft, hand-drawn, bouncy.
A chunky, rounded hand-drawn print with soft terminals and a consistently heavy stroke. Forms lean on simple geometric skeletons, but with gently wobbly outlines and slightly uneven joins that keep the rhythm informal. Counters are open and generous, curves are broad, and corners are heavily softened; diagonals (like K, V, W, X) read as thick, brushy strokes rather than sharp constructions. Lowercase has a single-storey a and g, a rounded-shoulder n/m, and a small, circular i/j dot, contributing to an approachable, simplified texture.
Works best for short-to-medium text where a friendly, informal impression is desired—children’s materials, playful packaging, event posters, and casual signage. It can also serve as a distinctive headline or pull-quote face in designs that benefit from a soft, approachable texture.
The overall tone is warm and upbeat, with a homemade, classroom-poster friendliness. Its bouncy proportions and rounded silhouettes feel cheerful and non-authoritative, suggesting a light, conversational voice suited to family-friendly communication.
Likely designed to mimic a thick marker or brush-pen print, prioritizing charm and approachability over strict typographic precision. The consistent weight, rounded geometry, and simplified letterforms suggest an intention to be highly legible while maintaining a playful, hand-made personality.
Spacing appears comfortable and slightly loose, helping the dense strokes avoid clogging at text sizes. Numerals match the same soft, blobby construction, with especially rounded 0 and 8 and a simple, friendly 1/7 treatment that maintains the informal character.