Christmas Cookies Shipping

 

Shipping Cookies Made Simple

There are two golden rules of shipping cookies:

• Keep them from breaking in transit. Certain types of cookies travel better than others—think twice about shipping cookies that are thin and crispy, or that have a heavy filling. Drop cookies and bar cookies ship well, as do cookies that contain dried fruit.
• Preserve the freshness of the cookie at all costshttps://www.ups.com/us/en/support/shipping-support/shipping-special-care-regulated-it

How To Pack Cookies for Shipping

With the two golden rules in mind, follow these simple steps and you’ll be approaching cookie shipping perfection in no time:

• Always allow your cookies to cool to room temperature before packing. Shipping warm cookies will cause condensation in the container, which can spoil the texture of the cookie.
• Plastic wrap each cookie. For added protection against bumps and bangs, take individually wrapped cookies and double wrap them back-to-back.
• Use an airtight container for packing the cookies. Line the bottom of the container with a cushioning material, such as bubble wrap or Kraft paper.
• If shipping different types of cookies, stack bigger ones at the bottom, with smaller and lighter ones on top. Fill empty space with cushioning material.
• Place the inner container in a shipping box. Use packaging material to secure the container, which should fit snugly inside. Mark the box as “Perishable” and indicate “This Way Up” to reduce the chances of your carefully packed cookies getting flipped about. Visit The UPS Store^® location for supplies.

Even if a few cookies break here and there, you can bet your bottom dollar they’ll still get eaten.

Cute Packaging  to make :

Recycled Pringles containers 

Recycle coffee can...

Christmas Blog Hop 11/12

 

Hi this Thursday its my Dads favorite cookie, seems right for Veterans day week. My Dad was a Marine and served in Korea...

Snickerdoodles cookies are a type of cookie that’s popular in the United States. They’re typically characterised by their soft, chewy texture and distinctive blend of sweet and slightly tangy notes

Ingredients  

• 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
• 1 1/2 cups Sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla
• 2 3/4 cup Flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar (for less tang, use 1 teaspoon)
• 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
• 3/4 teaspoon Salt

Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.  Scrape the sides of the bowl and add the eggs and vanilla. Cream for 1-2 minutes longer.
• Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt, just until combined.
• In a small bowl, stir together sugar and cinnamon.
• If time allows, wrap the dough and let refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.  Roll into small balls until round and smooth.  Drop into the cinnamon-sugar mixture and coat well. Using a spoon, coat for a second time, ensuring the cookie balls are completely covered.  *To make flatter snickerdoodles, press down in the center of the ball before placing in the oven. This helps to keep them from puffing up in the middle. *
• Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 9-11 minutes.  Let cool for several minutes on baking sheet before removing from the pan.

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Christmas Cookie Boxs

 I am celebrating Christmas today on my blog: 

And I am sharing some cookie box  i re purposed from the Clearance section at the Dollar General . I covered with Christmas paper and stickers to hold my homemade Christmas cookies. Sharing with... 

I am using a Christmas Scrapbook pack I bought t Hobby Lobby. 

I used the plaid paper to cover the top of  box lids. And add stickers from the kit. 

Diy Poppy flower

Today  we are making poppy of Remembrance. We will be using them at our veterans Day celebration.

Coffee filter 

A great fun crafts using coffee filters, and paint.

Paper cupcakes liners: 

With black center dot, green stems.

Veterans Day

 Happy Veteran's Day 

Today in USA we are celebrating Veterans' Day  and this is my art journal page. 

Veterans Day : Quilt of Valor

 

What is Quilts of Valor?

Our Mission: to cover Service Members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.https://www.qovf.org/membership/

•  Quilt of Valor does not have to be red, white and blue, but patriotic colors are very popular with recipients. Panels can provide a great focal point and bring in other colors. Think creatively with the recipient in mind.
• Recommended size: is 60″ x 80″; minimum: 55″ x 65″; maximum: 72″ x 90″.
• Use quality, adult-appropriate, 100% cotton, quilt-weight fabrics. Avoid juvenile prints and branch-specific fabric unless the recipient is known in advance, as this creates difficulty in identifying a recipient.
• The Quilt consists of a top, batting, and backing. It must be machine or hand quilted. A tied quilt is not acceptable for a Quilt of Valor.
• Wash quilt once completed so it is soft and so that any potential fabric dye bleeding issues are resolved. Use cold water, mild detergent and unscented

My local quilt club belongs to this great organization  but you can join and find more information as an individual ,group or business. I made my first quilt as a individual in honor of my family members who had served . Lisa 

Happy Marines Birthday :: MyMemories

 

Happy Veterans Day ! 

Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day

My dad Marine class : 

Give Veterans an opportunity to tell their stories. Respect Veterans' service, their feelings, and any suggestions they might offer. Thank Veterans for their service to our country. When approaching Veterans for their participation, consider bringing another Veteran with you

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