This is for Erin on slashing a proofed loaf. I use a single edged
razor blade (the kind used to scrape windows) to slash my bread. You
can buy the blades by the box from a hardware store and each one is
good for at least ten loaves before it starts to drag. Then, just
throw it out and use another one.
Every now and then I have a seam split on the side, usually because it
wasn't sealed well enough. If the seam is a even little dry, wet it
before sealing.
Hope this helps.
Jim Lawler -- jimmyl@dreamscape.com --