Print Lonel 12 is a light, narrow, low contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, packaging, greeting cards, children’s, crafting, playful, whimsical, friendly, storybook, quirky, hand-drawn charm, approachability, decorative caps, casual voice, curly terminals, monoline, rounded, bouncy, informal.
This font has a clean, monoline handwritten construction with gently rounded strokes and a slightly bouncy baseline rhythm. Letterforms are mostly upright and fairly narrow, with compact proportions and small lowercase counters that keep the texture light and airy. Many strokes finish in soft hooks and curled terminals, giving capitals and ascenders a decorative, pen-drawn flavor. The overall drawing is consistent and legible, with simple joins and minimal stroke modulation.
It works best for short-to-medium text where a friendly handwritten voice is desired—titles, headers, quotes, invitations, greeting cards, and playful packaging. The clear monoline forms also make it suitable for labels and light branding where a casual, human touch is important.
The curled terminals and buoyant spacing create a cheerful, storybook tone that feels casual and approachable. It reads as personable and slightly quirky rather than formal, adding character without becoming overly busy.
The design appears intended to mimic neat, hand-printed lettering while adding charm through curled terminals and gentle irregularities. It aims to balance personality with clarity, providing an informal display voice that remains readable in practical settings.
Capitals carry the most ornamentation, with looped or hooked entry/exit strokes that add flourish, while the lowercase stays comparatively simple for readability. Numerals match the hand-drawn feel, keeping rounded forms and light, open shapes that align well with the letters.