Heat oven to 350° F.
Cream butter and sugar.
Mix in flour (If dough is crumbly mix in 1 to 2 tablespoons softened butter).
Roll dough 1/2 inch thick on lightly floured cloth covered board and cut into small shapes.
Place about 1/2 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet and bake until set about 20 minutes.
Immediatly remove from cookie sheet.