21 Kolam Designs That Symbolize Joy and Prosperity

Kolam is an integral part of South Indian tradition. It is a dainty floor painting that looks beautiful. It is usually drawn by women in households that symbolize beauty and create a welcoming environment. Kolam or Kolangal was anciently known as Tamilakam as it is a type of rangoli that has its originated in the state of Tamil Nadu.

Kolams are geometrical drawings composed of straight lines, dots, circles, curves, and loops. These patterns are drawn in the shape of a particular grid pattern. Kolam designs are known by several names, like Tharai Aalangaram in Tamil and Muggu in Telugu. Simple Kolam designs are generally made on the threshold of homes for goodwill.

Kolam designs are naturally made using rice flour or white powders like chalk or chalk dust, white stone dust, and synthetic colors, etc. New rangoli Kolam designs can range from big detailed ones to small easy designs.

Here we have listed some of the best Kolam designs that will brighten up your homes:

1. Geometric Dot Line rangoli kolam design

This huge dot line Kolam with 47 to 24 alternate dots is an example of how diverse and detailed Kolam designs can be. If you want something big and intrinsic, then this is perfect for you.

2. Simple kolam designs with diya

If you are looking for simple kolam design that are white and only made with rice flour, then you can try this simple and easy diya kolam. The symmetry looks wonderful.

3. Floral new rangoli kolam designs

This floral kolam rangoli drawn with lines has six corners. The flower at the center with a hint of bright color looks attractive and lovely. If you are a beginner and want to it you might need some prior practice.

4. Lined rangoli kolam design

If you want to try something big and intrinsic, then this lined kolam will be a perfect pick for you. Look at the lotus detailing at the corners, aren’t they breathtaking? The red color brings out the beauty of this amazing art.

5. Lotus beautiful kolam designs

Lotus kolam are very popular, this is another example of the lovely lotus kolam. The lotus motifs at the corners with color shading are pretty and unique. The square interior looks amazing too.

6. Easy hexagonal kolam design

Simple kolam designs mostly include geometric patterns, lines, arcs, loops, and circles. This one here is an example of a simple monochrome rangoli design that looks neat and elegant. You can decorate it with candles and diyas.

7. Pongal pot kolam

In the list of new rangoli kolam, this bright and colorful one is perfect for Pongal. Pongal is celebrated predominantly in the South, during this festival, the house is decorated with beautiful kolam designs. This beautiful design looks flawless and appealing.

8. Simple overlapping lines kolam designs

If you have limited time and want to try something creative, then you can try this overlapping lines kolam design.

9. Free-hand white simple kolam designs

Are you bored of making the same old Pulli Kolam? Then, you can try this swirl pattern simple rangoli design. This unique design resembles a fan or origami.

10. Colored rangoli kolam designs

These block-colorful floral rangoli kolam are a treat to the eyes. You can make this beautiful pattern on the veranda or inside the house, it will definitely enhance the beauty of your home.

11. Kolam designs with dots

When in doubt, these dot Kolam designs can never go wrong. These designs are easy to make and are a perfect choice for beginners.

12. Small muggulu designs with dots

Pulli Kolam designs always come in handy when it comes to picking a simple and easy design. This white kolam design with dots looks lovely and ideal for any occasion.

13. Paralel lines kolam

These new rangoli kolam designs look like a maze, isn’t it? These parallel overlapping lines kolam design look amazing. To make it pop, you can also use some colors.

14. Intrinsic kolam designs with dots

Pulli designs are the traditional kolam designs that look breathtaking, the never-ending loops with dots inside look unique and easily cover a large area on the floor.

15. Neer Pulli Kolam designs

This 19 – 1 parallel dots Neer Pulli Kolam has a unique pattern. To make this you have to start with 19 dots in the center, leave one dot at both ends, and stop at 1. The kalash motifs look fantastic.

16. Simple 11 dots Kolam with border

This elaborate kolam design with dots has a twisted, maze-like pattern. Take a look at the image below, the intrinsic design is eye-catching.

17. Mandala rangoli kolam designs

This colorful mandala kolam rangoli design has intrinsic detailing and looks fantastic. The intrinsic work in this design is clearly visible in the image. If you want to try this then you would need a lot of time and patience and a big space.

18. Flower Kolam with 9X5 dots

Take a look at this beautiful colored Kolam design with clustered flowers and overlapping line patterns. This creative rangoli design will brighten up your space for sure.

19. Square colored kolam art

This colored kolam art with simple pulli and floral motifs looks gorgeous. The colorful lotus designs on the border add a unique touch.

20. White Rangoli kolam design

White kolam looks pretty and neat. The simple pulli kolam is a perfect choice for any auspicious occasion. If you are a beginner then this design would be a bit challenging but if you are an expert, this will be perfect for you.

21. Elaborate kolam design for special occasions

Simple kolam designs look easy but elaborate designs like this one are time-consuming and require patience and expert touch. Made only with rice flour, this is an example of an intricate and elaborate block design that looks beautiful. This Kolangal design will be perfect for a wedding. This image shows that Kolam designs with dots look lovely.

We hope you liked our list of beautiful kolam designs. Which one did you like the most? Let us know in the comments.