July 6, 2025 note: This pattern was written in 2009 and I have not revisited it since then. People enjoyed it then, so I hope you enjoy it now!

This pattern is a knitted dishrag tribute to the graphic designer Orla Kiely. Originally designed for the 2010 Dishcloth Calendar, now it’s available for free.

The pear shape is worked in the classic slip-stitch pattern of the Ballband Dishcloth. The edging is applied i-cord, which starts with a stem and ends with a leaf. (So there’s no stinkin’ grafting!)

Big fun if you like dishcloths and/or Orla Kiely.