Print Tikum 12 is a very bold, narrow, medium contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
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A compact, heavy handwritten print with rounded, brush-like strokes and softly tapered terminals. The letterforms keep a mostly upright stance but show natural irregularities in width and stroke endings, giving a drawn-by-hand rhythm. Counters are small and simplified, curves are bulbous, and joins are smooth rather than sharp, producing a chunky silhouette that stays legible at display sizes. The lowercase is straightforward and single-storey in feel, while the numerals match the same thick, rounded construction.
Best suited for short, attention-grabbing text such as posters, product packaging, labels, social graphics, and headings where a friendly handmade voice is desired. It can work for brief captions or pull quotes, but the dense stroke weight and tight forms make it less ideal for long-form reading at smaller sizes.
The overall tone is warm and informal, with a bouncy, kid-friendly energy. Its thick strokes and softened shapes read as approachable and lighthearted, like marker lettering used for crafts, snacks, and casual signage.
Designed to mimic confident marker or brush printing with a consistent, simplified construction. The intent appears to be delivering strong impact while maintaining an approachable, playful handmade look.
Spacing and proportions feel intentionally uneven in a controlled way, reinforcing the handmade character without becoming messy. The bold texture creates strong color on the page, so it tends to dominate when set in longer passages.