A dishcloth drying apparatus and method includes a countertop and a support positioned on the countertop such that the support extends upwardly from the countertop. The support includes a panel that has an upper surface and a perimeter edge. A holder for supporting a dishcloth in spaced relationship from the panel is attached to the panel. The holder includes a pair of legs and each of the legs is attached to and extends upwardly from the upper surface. A rod is attached to and extends between the legs. A dishcloth, when wet, is positioned on the rod of the support such that the dishcloth hangs from the support and dries.