{"product_id":"firequacker-4th-of-july-duck-with-uncle-sam-hat-firecracker-perler-art-copy","title":"WTF IS A KILOMETER • Bald Eagle • Retro Hardcore Pixel Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0, user-scalable=yes\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n        * {\n            margin: 0;\n            padding: 0;\n            box-sizing: border-box;\n        }\n\n        body {\n            background: #f5f0ea;\n            font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', 'Noto Sans', sans-serif;\n            line-height: 1.65;\n            color: #2c2a28;\n            padding: 2rem 1rem;\n        }\n\n        .product-description {\n            max-width: 740px;\n            margin: 0 auto;\n            background: #ffffff;\n            border-radius: 20px;\n            box-shadow: 0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\n            overflow: hidden;\n            padding: 2.5rem 2rem 3rem;\n        }\n\n        p {\n            margin-bottom: 0.9rem;\n            font-size: 0.95rem;\n            color: #3d3d3d;\n            line-height: 1.7;\n        }\n\n        ul, ol {\n            margin: 0.5rem 0 1.2rem 1.4rem;\n        }\n        li {\n            margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n            font-size: 0.95rem;\n            line-height: 1.6;\n            color: #3d3d3d;\n        }\n\n        .badge-green {\n            font-size: 1.3rem;\n            font-weight: 600;\n            color: #c07a4a;\n            margin: 3.5rem 0 0.75rem 0;\n            letter-spacing: -0.01em;\n            line-height: 1.4;\n        }\n        .badge-green:first-child {\n            margin-top: 0;\n            margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n        }\n\n        .size-table {\n            width: 100%;\n            border-collapse: collapse;\n            margin: 1rem 0 1.2rem;\n            font-size: 0.9rem;\n        }\n        .size-table th,\n        .size-table td {\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d8ce;\n            padding: 0.6rem 0.5rem;\n            text-align: left;\n            vertical-align: top;\n            color: #3d3d3d;\n        }\n        .size-table th {\n            font-weight: 600;\n            color: #c07a4a;\n            font-size: 0.85rem;\n        }\n\n        .faq-item {\n            margin-bottom: 1rem;\n            padding-bottom: 0.6rem;\n            border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d8ce;\n        }\n        .faq-question {\n            font-weight: 600;\n            color: #c07a4a;\n            margin-bottom: 0.2rem;\n            font-size: 0.95rem;\n        }\n        .faq-answer {\n            color: #555;\n            font-size: 0.9rem;\n            line-height: 1.6;\n        }\n\n        .maker-note {\n            padding: 1.5rem 0 0 1.25rem;\n            margin: 2.5rem 0 1rem;\n            border-left: 3px solid #e8c88a;\n            color: #4a4038;\n        }\n\n        hr {\n            display: none;\n        }\n\n        .short-summary {\n            display: none;\n        }\n\n        @media (max-width: 768px) {\n            body {\n                padding: 1rem 0.5rem;\n            }\n            .product-description {\n                padding: 1.5rem 1.2rem 2rem;\n                border-radius: 12px;\n            }\n            .badge-green {\n                font-size: 1.1rem;\n            }\n            p, li, .faq-question {\n                font-size: 0.9rem;\n            }\n            .size-table th, .size-table td {\n                padding: 0.5rem 0.4rem;\n                font-size: 0.8rem;\n            }\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- top badge --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"badge-green\"\u003e🦅 WTF IS A KILOMETER • Bald Eagle • Retro Hardcore Pixel Art\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e🇺🇸 \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Americans with a sense of humour, freedom lovers, retro pixel art collectors, eagle enthusiasts, and anyone who's ever asked the same question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e🦅 A square Perler bead artwork with an all‑black background. At the top, bold white pixel letters spell out \u003cstrong\u003e\"WTF IS A\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the bottom, the same large white letters finish the sentence: \u003cstrong\u003e\"KILOMETER\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's the question every American has asked at least once – now immortalized in beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eIn the centre, a bald eagle spreads its wings wide. The head is crisp white and yellow, while the wings are built from layered shades of deep brown, orange, and yellow – each bead placed to create the texture of feathers in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eOn the eagle's back rides a retro‑style figure holding a rifle. A classic American flag waves beside them. Around the scene, clusters of fireworks in red, orange, yellow, and blue explode – adding energy, colour, and that unmistakable July 4th vibe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eEvery element is rendered in bold, chunky pixels. This isn't subtle. It's loud, proud, and unapologetically American. A mashup of the bald eagle, a vintage character, the Stars and Stripes, and a punchline that never gets old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"badge-green\"\u003e🎆 Design Details\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll‑black background\u003c\/strong\u003e – a bold, dramatic base that makes every colour and letter pop\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"WTF IS A KILOMETER\"\u003c\/strong\u003e – large white pixel letters, top and bottom, the question we've all been asking\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBald eagle in flight\u003c\/strong\u003e – wings spread wide, layered browns, oranges, and yellows for feather texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite and yellow eagle head\u003c\/strong\u003e – crisp, clean, and instantly recognizable\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetro figure on the eagle's back\u003c\/strong\u003e – a vintage character with a rifle, classic Americana style\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican flag\u003c\/strong\u003e – waving beside the figure, red, white, and blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFireworks bursts\u003c\/strong\u003e – red, orange, yellow, and blue sparks scattered around the scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePixel art texture\u003c\/strong\u003e – chunky, bold, and unmistakably retro\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone design\u003c\/strong\u003e – one complete piece, ready to frame or display\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"badge-green\"\u003e🦅 Why This Piece Belongs on Your Wall\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold typography\u003c\/strong\u003e – the white letters against black create a powerful graphic statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLayered eagle wings\u003c\/strong\u003e – the depth and texture in the feathers show serious beadcraft skill\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetro American mashup\u003c\/strong\u003e – bald eagle, vintage character, flag, fireworks – all in one frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat conversation starter\u003c\/strong\u003e – everyone will ask about the \"kilometer\" question\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade quality\u003c\/strong\u003e – every finished piece is hand‑fused; every kit is sorted bead by bead\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"badge-green\"\u003e📦 Two Ways to Own\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🎨 All-in-One DIY Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – everything you need to make this design yourself. Includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e📱 Digital Pattern (sent to you after purchase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e🧩 All the 2.6mm mini beads needed for the design – pre‑sorted by colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e📐 52×52 pegboard(s) – reusable\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e🔧 Precision tweezer – for accurate bead placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e🧻 Ironing paper – heat‑resistant sheets for fusing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e💡 You'll only need a household iron – everything else is in the box.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Finished Piece\u003c\/strong\u003e – already hand‑fused and ready to display:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eProfessionally hand‑fused by me\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePerfectly ironed on both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eReady to frame or prop up on a shelf\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eNo work, no tools – just pure patriotic pixel art\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"badge-green\"\u003e💬 Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: What size beads does this kit use?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: All kits use \u003cstrong\u003e2.6mm mini beads\u003c\/strong\u003e – they allow for much finer detail than standard 5mm beads, perfect for the lettering and feather textures.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: Is this design suitable for beginners?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: The black background makes it very forgiving – but the eagle wings have a lot of detail. It's best for intermediate crafters, or beginners who aren't afraid of a challenge.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: What's the difference between the DIY Kit and Finished Piece?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: DIY Kit = everything to make it yourself (beads, tools, pattern). Finished Piece = already made, ready to display. You choose based on whether you want the crafting experience or the finished art.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: Can I customize the colours?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: For finished pieces, the design is fixed as shown. For DIY kits, you can substitute any colours you like – the pattern shows you exactly where each colour belongs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: How long does the DIY kit take?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: About 3–5 hours depending on your pace. The eagle wings and lettering take time, but the result is worth it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eQ: Do you ship internationally?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003eA: Yes – worldwide shipping is available. Buyers are responsible for any customs fees. Kits ship within 3–5 business days. Finished pieces take 5–7 business days to craft.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"maker-note\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🧡 A Note From the Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eI've always loved the question \"WTF is a kilometer?\" because it's the most American thing you can ask. It's funny, it's honest, and it's the perfect punchline for a piece of pixel art that's already packed with American iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe bald eagle was the obvious choice – wings spread, feathers layered in browns and oranges, head crisp and white. Adding a retro figure with a rifle and a waving flag turned it from a simple eagle into a whole scene. And the fireworks? They tie it all together like a 4th of July celebration in bead form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eEvery finished piece is hand‑fused by me. Every kit is sorted with care. No machines, no shortcuts – just beads, patience, and a love for loud, unapologetic designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThank you for supporting a one‑person studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- footer note --\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; color: #b8987a; text-align: center; margin-top: 2rem;\"\u003e🦅 WTF IS A KILOMETER • Bald eagle • Retro pixel art • American flag • Fireworks • 2.6mm mini beads • All-in-one kit • Finished piece • Handmade decor • Gift for patriots and pixel art lovers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pixel-pattern Store","offers":[{"title":"Finished Product","offer_id":54323476726035,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"All-in-one Kit","offer_id":54323476758803,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pattern Only","offer_id":54323476791571,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/9943\/6563\/files\/3.png?v=1782117186","url":"https:\/\/shop.pixel-pattern.com\/products\/firequacker-4th-of-july-duck-with-uncle-sam-hat-firecracker-perler-art-copy","provider":"Pixel-pattern Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}