What are Carolyn Scott's top tips for making delicious homemade bread?

Hi, I’m Carolyn Scott-Hamilton from The Healthy Voyager. Here are my top tips pulled from my bread and baking articles:

• Use the right tools: A bread maker is great for easy loaves; a hot pizza stone or preheated sheet gives amazing crust.
• Focus on quality ingredients: good flour, fresh yeast, minimal sugar and salt, and healthy oils.
• Don’t over‑flour or over‑salt: too much flour makes bread dry; too much salt or sugar mutes flavor.
• Set up a proper workstation: keep ingredients and tools within reach so you can focus on kneading and shaping.
• For healthier loaves: try wholegrain flour, plant milks, and less salt than store‑bought bread.

What kind of bread are you most interested in baking—basic sandwich, artisan, or pita?