Jolly Gingerbread Men Mix

3 1/2 c. flour; divided
1 t. baking powder
1 t. baking soda
1 c. brown sugar; packed
2 t. ginger
1 t. cinnamon
1 t. allspice

Sift together 2 cups flour, baking powder and baking soda. Spoon into a one-quart wide-mouth canning jar, packing down tightly. Layer on brown sugar, pushing down well. Blend together remaining flour, ginger, cinnamon and allspice; layer over brown sugar and secure lid. Tie on the following instructions: Cream together one stick butter, 3/4 cup molasses and one egg, stir in dry mix; dough will be stiff. Cover and refrigerate one hour. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface, adding additional flour if dough is too sticky. Cut with cookie cutters and place on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Makes 5 to 6 dozen cookies.