When shopping from a small business, it's easy to think our prices are way too expensive. I think as a society we have become used to getting things cheap and fast from shops like aliexpress, Amazon, eBay, kmart etc. It's frankly just impossible for small businesses to price match bulk mass-produced factory moulds. Once you've used quality hand-made moulds, you are shocked by the amazing results they produce, how they require no after work like sanding, and just the quality you feel literally in the silicone in your hands. I absolutely understand that everyone starts off using cheap factory moulds, and there's nothing wrong with that. There's nothing wrong with continuing to use them, either. I understand premium moulds are a luxury and not in everyones budget. Also, not all resin jobs are worth the investment for premium moulds because they might be a one-off job. But the problem lies in comparing the prices and expecting handmade moulds made with best of the best premium platinum cure silicone USA made to be the same price as mass produced in factories in China with poor quality silicone that only lasts a few casts. It's rarer these days to find artisan made shops to buy from. Supply costs have increased drastically over the last few years, and we still have to somehow pay ourselves a wage for our time. Anyway, I hope this gives you an insight into the expenses into silicone moulds and understand the pricing. I also totally understand that people have no idea about this and don't blame you if you thought previously my prices are too high. I know my quality is top-notch and worth every penny, and my 500 plus 5 star reviews on etsy think the same :) Website for moulds www.hillsideartstudio.com.au