Holly Mitchell's "Crossword Puzzle Neckpiece" includes her unique beads created from New York Times, USA Today, Philadelphia Inquirer, Indianapolis Star, Washington Post and Wall Street Journal Crossword Puzzles. Japanese Glass beads and Swarovski Crystal beads are hand-stitched to the surface of each handmade newspaper bead component. All the newspaper beads are sealed and protected by a non-toxic coating. Necklace strung on nylon cord and has a sterling silver closure.