Homemaking with Babs: Book Signing with Barbara Costello

Buxton Books is thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author Barbara Costello, known as “Brunch with Babs” on her wildly popular Instagram and TikTok channels, to the bookstore to celebrate the release of her newest book, HOMEMAKING WITH BABS, a comprehensive guide to caring for the home.  

Join us for a signing with Barbara Costello in the bookstore on Wednesday, September 2nd, starting at 6:00 pm. Her latest book, HOMEMAKING WITH BABS, is a go-to guide for anyone ready to go from overwhelmed to organized.  

Drawing on decades of experience raising four children and now as a grandmother of nine, Babs, alongside her husband, “Mr. Babs,” shares the systems that make running a home easier and more enjoyable. From daily routines to seasonal cleaning, organizing, and maintenance, she offers practical methods designed to simplify homemaking.
 
We invite you to meet Babs, have a complimentary glass of wine, chat about your favorite cleaning and organizing tips, and get a signed copy (or copies!) of the book. 

Ticket purchase is mandatory for entry into the signing line and includes a copy of HOMEMAKING WITH BABS.

Please note: Tickets to this event are non-refundable. If you are unable to make the event, your signed copy of the book will be available for pickup from the bookstore or for shipping (at additional cost) the day following the event. After two weeks, unclaimed books will be released. 

About Barbara Costello:  

Barbara Costello, known as BrunchwithBabs on social media, is a mother of four and grandmother of nine. Babs has taken the internet by storm with her warmth, enthusiasm, practical tips, and motherly wisdom, earning her the title of “the internet’s favorite grandma.” The bestselling author of Everyday with Babs and Celebrate with Babs, she’s also a regular guest on Today, Good Morning America, and The Drew Barrymore Show, where she shares her household tips, tricks, hacks, and delicious recipes. A former teacher and preschool founder, she is also a wife to her loving husband, Mr. Babs.

About HOMEMAKING WITH BABS:
 
Organized by season and filled with more than 100 easy home hacks, practical tips, and checklists, HOMEMAKING WITH BABS provides renters and homeowners alike with foolproof systems for managing a home—no matter the size, location, or budget.
 
Inside, readers will find:

• Clean in 15: Practical routines for morning and nighttime that can be done in no time, along with daily, weekly, and monthly reminders to keep the home running smoothly.

• Seasonal cleaning and organizing: Detailed checklists and tips for spring, summer, fall, and winter, including specific tasks for each area of the home. 

• Home maintenance: Guidance on maintaining home systems, planning for repairs, and creating a home maintenance fund. 

• Natural recipes: DIY recipes for natural cleaners, pest deterrents, and seasonal simmer pots to keep the home fresh and healthy. 

• Get everyone involved: Tips for getting everyone in the household involved in homemaking tasks, from kids to adults.