Steampunk stuff is expensive!  But any good Steampunk dresser knows it's all about the "look" and these look really good.  They are not going to hold up to you keeping them on and trying to do any sort of tasks, but just for show, they are cute.  made out of a nylon similar to that stockings are made from and with about that much stretchiness.  If you are looking for something more "crocheted" you'll need to keep looking and be prepared to spend a lot more money for them.