a jewelry item comprising a plurality of individual , customizable strands utilizes a novel clasp for holding an end of each strand . this clasp includes stationary and movable closure elements ; a housing for covering at least a portion of the closure ; and a connection piece secured to the stationary closure element . the clasp is spring - biased towards its closed position . pushing the connection piece towards the housing opens the clasp . the resulting clasp arrangement can be utilized with a multi - strand jewelry item .