Please know that our shipping costs are very reasonable. Our packages may be small but they are categorized as a First Class Parcel, which means we are charged a base price of $1.41 and up. Included in our shipping & handling charges is a small fee for materials & shipping costs. Payment must be received within 7 days. If payment is not received by this time frame, an Non-paying case will be opened. Please know that items will ship within 1 business day of receiving cleared payment. Please feel free to contact us directly if you have any questions. Thanks for stopping by!