I use 2tbsp vodka to 1 cup distilled water and then add some fabric softener. If I want it stiffer I add more Vodka. The amt of Fabric Softener is to your liking I add a couple of capfuls to a gallon but it's up to you. You can buy the scented softeners, lavender keeps moths away and smells wonderful but scents bother some people so I don't use them. More softener makes the fabric smooth and wonderful to me. Alcohol gives it crispy. Spray the fabric, let it dry a little, then iron. Maybe you iron too fast. I spray a lot of fabric, wrong side, take a break then come back and iron.