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MATTEL: is introducing a collection of eco-friendly accessories for girls with the launch of Barbie BCause. The line features excess fabric and trimmings from other Barbie doll fashions and products which would other be discarded. It includes handbags, coin purses, gats, tote bags, pillows and diaries. The accessories, which range in price from $5.99 to $19.99, are available in Toys R Us stores nationwide.