Block 16 of Moda Blockheads 6 is here, and this one feels like a breath of fresh air. Say hello to Cloud Nine, designed by the ever-inspiring Debbie Maddy of Tiori Designs. Great story about where Debbie came up with name Tiori name- down below and sign up for her newsletter, here.
Known for her soothing indigo palettes, shibori textures, and slow-stitching philosophy, Debbie brings a sense of peace and presence to her work—and this block is no exception.
Cloud Nine – Light as Air
The Cloud Nine block combines classic flying geese units with a central four-patch, resulting in a design that feels like it’s gently floating across the surface of your quilt. The layered structure gives it just enough depth, while the soft directional movement evokes a dreamy, carefree feeling—like drifting on a cloud on a quiet day.
It’s structured but never rigid. Elegant but still playful. For my version, I featured the main colors of my quilt, reds and blues and added pinks and light blues as the backgrounds. But I can imagine this block looking just as lovely in Bella Solids, moody grays, or bold colors—it adapts beautifully to your palette and mood.
Meet Debbie Maddy – Indigo Dreamer & Textile Storyteller
Debbie Maddy is a fabric designer for Moda Fabrics, and the founder of Tiori Designs, known for her work in Japanese resist dyeing (shibori), natural indigo dyeing, and the slow-stitch movement. Her collections are often inspired by her travels and her deep love for ancient traditions and textiles. I was fortunate to visit Debbie’s studio for a class in Shibori dyeing.
Debbie’s quilting philosophy encourages creativity without stress—she invites quilters to embrace the process, breathe deeply, and connect with their materials. Her teaching style is encouraging and mindful, and her designs radiate simplicity, balance, and quiet beauty and she is the sweetest gal!
Connect with Debbie here:
- Instagram: @debbie_maddy
- Facebook: Debbie Maddy Tiori Designs
- Blog & Website: debbiemaddy.com
- WORKSHOP INFO: debbiemaddy.com under teaching tab
- Debbie’s Book: Discover Shibori
Her blog is filled with travel notes, dyeing tutorials, and reflections on how to slow down and enjoy both quilting and life. If you ever get a chance to take Debbie’s Shibori class it is amazing!
Float on Over to Moda
Head to the Moda Blog for the Cloud Nine block pattern download and video tutorial. You’ll also find Debbie’s own thoughts on the design and likely see her block stitched up in her signature blues—it’s always a treat to see how her serene style translates into patchwork.
On Cloud Nine
Share your version using #ModaBlockheads and #ModaBlockheads6, and be sure to tag @modafabrics and @debbie_maddy—we’d love to float along with your creativity.
Until next week… breathe, stitch, and enjoy the view from up here.
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