Eight to 12 guests is a good number for a manageable cookie exchange with a wide variety of baked goods. You can send invitations by email, online or, if you have time, mail a paper invite.

But remember, too many bakers can be an issue, too. A cookie exchange can get unwieldy if you have more than 10 people. If you are going to send invitations, you can find and use some great ones ...

We like free online invitations at evite.com or the adorable print-yourself invitations from prettypartycreations at Etsy.com 2. Pick your cookie; plan your menu: This is the fun part.

• Select a date and send out the invitations two or more weeks in advance. Schedule the party to be about two hours long, so guests aren't required to set aside a lot of time. • Invite eight ...

Eight to 12 guests is a good number for a manageable cookie exchange with a wide variety of baked goods. You can send invitations by email, online or, if you have time, mail a paper invite.