Print Utmal 9 is a regular weight, narrow, medium contrast, upright, short x-height font.
Keywords: children’s books, packaging, greeting cards, posters, craft branding, friendly, quirky, handmade, casual, warm, human touch, informal tone, approachable branding, playful readability, rounded, monoline, bouncy, playful, slightly irregular.
A narrow, hand-drawn print with monoline strokes and gently rounded terminals. Letterforms show deliberate irregularities in curves and stroke endings, creating a lively rhythm without becoming messy. Proportions are compact with a relatively short x-height, and the set mixes simplified, open counters with occasional quirky details (notably in the lowercase and numerals). Overall spacing and alignment feel natural and slightly uneven in a way that reads as intentionally handmade.
This font suits short to medium-length copy where a personable, handmade voice is desirable—such as children’s and family-oriented materials, packaging and labels, greeting cards, event posters, and craft or boutique branding. It also works well for headers, pull quotes, and social graphics where texture and charm matter more than strict uniformity.
The tone is friendly and informal, with a lightly whimsical personality that feels approachable and human. Its bouncy shapes and softened endings give it a cheerful, conversational character—more playful than serious, but still clear enough for everyday messaging.
The design appears intended to capture the immediacy of neat hand lettering in a reusable, consistent type system. It prioritizes warmth and approachability, adding subtle irregularities to avoid a mechanical feel while keeping forms readable in display and casual text settings.
Uppercase forms lean toward simple, legible constructions, while the lowercase introduces more character through asymmetry and looped/curved joins. Numerals match the handwritten spirit, with varied silhouettes and a relaxed, drawn-in-one-go feel that keeps the texture consistent in text.