Phase Two – Month 7

Every Piece Has a Purpose

The Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die makes it easy to create pages that look detailed and polished without feeling complicated. As the pieces come together, they form striking frames that naturally draw attention to your photos. Simply add your favorite pictures, a few coordinating papers, and watch your layout come together.

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Pattern No. 228 - Make this design your first page!

Watch video below to see what materials are needed and follow along.

Watch This First & Make a Layout

Phase Two 4x6 Diamond, 2x2 & Pieces

  • Beginner Friendly
  • Four 4x6 Photos For Diamond Shapes
  • One photo or paper to fill in 2x2 die cut
  • Eight 4x6 photos (four vertical and four horizontal) to fill in smaller sections
  • 1 Cardstock Color for Phase Two die frames
  • 1 Cardstock Color for Backgroud of 4x6 die cuts
  • 1 Sheet of Grid Paper
  • Video Length: ≈19 minutes

What's Included in the Set

Phase Two 4x6 Diamond, Layer & 2x2, plus 4x6 Diamond Pieces
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This die set comes with eleven dies. It is a Level 3 die set. 

  • The largest die (shown in purple) covers4x6 squares on the Grid Paper (actual measurements: 4.375x6.625 in.)
  • The die shown in blue covers 2x2 squares on the Grid Paper (actual measurements: 2.125x2.125 in.)
  • The die shown in purple dots is a layering size for the center of the 4x6 die.
  • All other dies create pieces that fit inside the frames and easily fill them
  • This die set can be used on it's own to make unique frames
  • Combine with other Phase Two die sets for extravagant layouts
  • Use Page Patterns with the 4x6 purple rectangles and 2x2 blue squares on the gallery

Best Photos For These Dies

  • Photos with a clear main subject
  • Couples and close-up portraits taken several steps back
  • Travel highlights
  • Scenic views with a strong focal point
  • Holiday celebrations
  • Special events (birthdays, anniversaries, graduations)
  • Everyday moments you want to feature

More Challenging to Use with these Dies:

  • Large group photos
  • Photos where the main subject is very close to the edge
  • Images with several equally important focal points
  • Wide panoramic photos that lose their impact when cropped

More Ideas with Phase Two 4x6 Diamond & 2x2

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Photo Info:

  • Four photos that can be cropped into diamond shapes
  • Landscape photos and/or detailed shots to fill smaller spaces
  • Total Number of Photos: 12

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up from Beginner
  • Pattern No. 228
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Photo Info:

  • Two 5x7 horizontal photos to fill in Diamonds and some smaller parts of the 4x6 frame
  • Two photos were cut into diamond shapes (layering size)
  • Four 4x6 detail photos fit in the corners of 4x6 die cuts
  • Four vertical photos were used on basic rectangular shapes
  • Total Number of Photos: 12

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Adventurous
  • Pattern No. 594
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Photo Info:

  • Two photos that can be cropped into diamond shapes
  • Four 4x6 vertical photos to fill Phase Two 4x6 smaller pieces + corners of 2x2 die cuts
  • Three photos that will fit inside 2x2 spaces
  • Total Number of Photos: 15

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Adventurous
  • Pattern No. 889

Explore More Ideas & Combine with other Phase Two Die Sets

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Dies Used:

  • Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die
  • Phase Two 3x3 and 2x3 die set
  • Phase Two 2x4 die

Photo Info:

  • 1 Photo for the Diamond space
  • Two 4x6 Vertical Photos for "arrow" shaped spaces
  • Two 4x6 horizontal photos for top and bottom sections
  • 4-6 detail photos or pattern paper to fill smaller sections
  • Total Number of Photos: 5

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up from Beginner
  • Pattern No. 1191
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Dies Used:

  • Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die
  • Phase Two 2x4 Double Diamond Die
  • Phase Two 3x3

Photo Info:

  • One Photo to fill diamond space
  • Four photos to fill triangle spaces in 3x3 die cuts
  • 4-6 detail photos to fill smaller spaces
  • Two photos to fit in basic 3x4 shapes
  • Total Number of Photos: 7

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up From Beginner
  • Pattern No. 651
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Dies Used: 

  • Phase Two 2x2 Die
  • Phase Two 4x6 Two Points Die Set
  • Phase Two 4x4 Two Points Die

Photo Info:

  • 4-5 photos that fit in 2x2 spaces
  • Two 4x6 horizontal photos to fill 4x6 die cuts
  • Two photos that fit large square shapes
  • Total Number of Photos: 8

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Beginner Friendly
  • Pattern No. 1194
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Dies Used:

  • Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die
  • Phase Two 2x4 Die

Photo Info:

  • Two Photos that fit diamond spaces
  • Four vertical photos to fit in smaller spaces of 4x6 Diamond Die
  • Detail photos to fit small pieces in 2x4 die cuts
  • Five photos that fit into 2x2 squares
  • Total Number of Photos: 11

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up from Beginner
  • Pattern No. 889

Make Two Page Spreads

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Dies Used:

  • Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die (Both pages)
  • Phase Two 3x5 Dies (Left Page)
  • Phase Two 2x4 Die (Left Page)

Photo Info:

  • Five photos that can fit into Diamond Shapes
  • Four 4x6 Horizontal photos to fill in 3x5 die cuts
  • Two vertical photos that fit into 2x4 "arrow" die cut sections
  • Four 5x7 Photos to fill in smaller spaces of 4x6 die cuts
  • Total Number of Photos: 16

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up From Beginner
  • Patterns No. 678 & 688
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Die Info:

  • Phase Two 4x6 Diamond Die (both pages)
  • Phase Two 2x4 Die (left page)
  • Phase Two 4x4 Die (right page)

Photo Info:

  • 3 Photos that can be cut into diamond shapes
  • Six 4x6 scenic or detailed vertical photos to fill in Phase Two 4x6 die cuts
  • Total Number of Photos: 22

Layout Info:

  • Difficulty: Stepping Up From Beginner
  • Patterns No. 651 & 1170