I have to admit, my daughters are wonderful bakers and they really embrace the creative aspect of it!  Here are some simple cut out cookies made to look like plaid mittens.  As I have said many times before, presentation is everything.  Decorated cut outs can be difficult to arrange as the frosting typically smudges or smears.  I like to let them dry a bit (a few hours or so) before artfully arranging, slightly overlapping.  Enjoy!

*The recipe for these cookies is in the “From the Kitchen” section.  See “My Favorite Sugar Cookie Recipe”