Why LoRAs Changed the Game
Before LoRA, if you wanted a model to generate your specific product or face, you had to perform "Dreambooth" training on the entire 2-4GB Checkpoint. This was slow, expensive, and resulted in massive files.
1. The "Sandwich" Concept
Think of the Base Model (SD 1.5 or SDXL) as the bread. It knows the basics. The LoRA is the filling—it adds the specific flavor (style/object). You can swap fillings easily without changing the bread.
2. Avoid "Fried" Images
A common mistake is using a weight of 1.0 for everything. If your image looks saturated or has artifacts, lower the weight to 0.7.