Our store calculates shipping based on an initial cost for the first item you buy, plus a smaller added cost for each additional item. Costs are based on the size of the items, which determines our expenses in sending you your order. If you live locally and would prefer to pick up your order in person, just check the box under the shipping total and the shipping costs will be ignored. In this case it's encouraged to put a few details in the Special Instructions section, so that we have an idea of your plan for pick-up. Thanks!