Print Pibel 12 is a bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, kids, crafts, playful, friendly, casual, folksy, hand-drawn, handmade feel, approachability, casual readability, cheerful display, rounded, bouncy, soft, chunky, whimsical.
A lively handwritten print with thick, rounded strokes and gently irregular curves that preserve a consistent pen/marker feel. Letterforms are compact with small counters and soft terminals, mixing occasional flared ends and slightly tapered joins for an organic rhythm. The proportions feel condensed overall, with a modest x-height and tall, narrow caps; curves (C, O, S) are plump and open, while verticals stay sturdy and slightly uneven, reinforcing a drawn-by-hand texture. Numerals match the same friendly weight and rounded geometry, with simple, highly legible shapes.
Best suited for short-to-medium display text such as headlines, posters, labels, social graphics, and packaging where a friendly hand-drawn voice is desired. It also fits children’s materials, invitations, and DIY/craft contexts, especially when paired with simple sans text for supporting copy.
The font communicates an upbeat, approachable tone—informal and conversational rather than polished or corporate. Its bouncy rhythm and soft forms evoke classroom notes, craft projects, and lighthearted branding where warmth and personality matter.
Designed to mimic an informal marker-pen print: bold enough to be attention-getting, but rounded and irregular enough to feel personal and approachable. The goal appears to be quick readability with a cheerful handmade character rather than strict typographic precision.
Uppercase and lowercase are clearly distinguished, with a noticeable handwritten variance in widths that keeps lines from looking rigid. The overall color on the page is dark and even, making it stand out well at display sizes while retaining an intentionally imperfect, human cadence.