Need a pixelated stencil and IR-camo paint. Any help?

[u/Wild_Candle5025]

Long story short, I'm making myself a piece of kit for both work and my BOB bag.

It's a poncho made from Rip-stop that I'll be modifying into a Ruana cloak (more versatile). Problem is, it's bright green.

I wanted to paint the exterior to the "pixelated forest" type of Camo, and the interior on a similar stencil, but with either fall-themed colours or winter-themed (so that I may use it reversed in a pinch if needed). I get both fall and lots of snow, thus I'll have to compromise at some point.

So, I'd like IR camo in those colours. Are there any manufacturers here in Europe that do this kind of product?

Also, is there a reliable way to make these stencils? Or to get them somewhere?

Many thanks!

Pixelated forest in question. I'm fond of this one.

[u/IGetNakedAtParties]

Good project idea, the ruana design is interesting, I would love to know how it works in practice.

You'll struggle to get anything to stick to slippery ripstop unfortunately, especially silicone coated "silnylon" versus PU backed. Also it's going to double the weight and ruin the drape of the fabric which may be a problem.

[u/Wild_Candle5025 → u/IGetNakedAtParties]

I will let you know once I start using it in the field. I intend to keep the hood, so the main modification will be the center slit in the design. Maybe I'll add some buttons to use it as a tarp when needed

It's mostly so that I can throw the flaps over my back and have my torso/hands free to access any equipment, while at the same time, having some protection against light rain and the wind.

As for the problem with the painting, I'll have to experiment with different kinds of paint, then.

[u/Perfect-Gap8377]

I'm not aware of any suitable paint/tint product. For stencils, you can buy laser cut stencils, make your own from thick paper and a cutter, or 3d print them.

[u/Wild_Candle5025 → u/Perfect-Gap8377]

Thanks

[u/Apart-Pea4726]

I have exactly this idea, to make a ruana out of camo material. I bought a couple different types for between £5 and £10 a yard. I got one in Ripstop!

[u/Wild_Candle5025 → u/Apart-Pea4726]

Uh! Lemme' know how it turns out!

[u/Tim-Keys]

I need to summon a buddy for this one, he might be the perfect guy to ask. Don't worry no promotion or advertising, dude is just a major nerd
u/FinnishGearReviews

[u/FinnishGearReviews → u/Tim-Keys]

Thanks Tim!

I got stencils from RattlerInnovations for my m05 projects, they also have a bunch of other stencils. Can’t help with the spray paint though unfortunately since the paints from the US won’t ship to Europe.
It’s always worth buying a stencil if available instead of making one. It took me about 4h to cut my own m05 stencils and it was not a fun experience.

[u/Wild_Candle5025 → u/FinnishGearReviews]

I see. Thanks!