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Sherlock Holmes: Silver Earring Hints

Where can I get a mask for Holmes?

  • 1 of 9: You'll be making one from something found within the theatre.
  • 2 of 9: You passed it on your way here.
  • 3 of 9: Actually, it's in the first room where the double doors are located.
  • 4 of 9: Look on the floor to the left of the double doors.
  • 5 of 9: There's a box of white cloths.  Click on it to get some.
  • 6 of 9: It needs to be reshaped.
  • 7 of 9: Cut it.
  • 8 of 9: In inventory, pick up the knife and click it on the white dusters.  Voila!
  • 9 of 9: Notice that the new mask has a pop-up menu.  Click "Use" for Holmes to wear it.