Print Vakaz 3 is a light, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, posters, packaging, craft labels, greeting cards, playful, quirky, friendly, whimsical, casual, handmade feel, casual voice, approachability, informal display, hand-drawn, sketchy, irregular, monoline, rounded.
A lively hand-drawn print with unconnected letters, built from slim, slightly wobbly strokes and gently rounded terminals. Shapes are simplified and somewhat condensed, with uneven widths and a subtly shifting baseline that reinforces a drawn-by-hand rhythm. Curves are open and soft rather than geometric, and counters vary from letter to letter, giving the design an intentionally imperfect, organic texture. Numerals follow the same informal construction, with simple forms and small idiosyncrasies that keep the set cohesive.
This font works well for display and short-to-medium text where a personal, handmade voice is desirable—such as children’s materials, casual headlines, craft or artisanal packaging, invitations, and greeting cards. It is especially effective when paired with simple layouts that let its irregular rhythm read as intentional.
The font reads as approachable and whimsical, with a quirky, storybook-like charm. Its irregularities feel playful rather than messy, lending a human, conversational tone that suits informal messaging and lighthearted branding.
The design appears intended to mimic quick marker or pen lettering with a consistent, legible skeleton while preserving natural variation in stroke and proportion. Its goal is to provide an informal, friendly alternative to standard print faces, prioritizing personality and charm over strict uniformity.
Capitals have a slightly decorative, calligraphic influence in their swelling curves and tapered joins, while the lowercase remains straightforward and easygoing. Spacing feels airy and variable, emphasizing the handmade character over strict typographic regularity.