Hi Melissa,
Here a link discussing making a size 8
http://www.lampworketc.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=61840
Here is a tutorial I made for an all glass ring without release, so there is no cleaning issue
http://www.lampworketc.com/forums/sh...ad.php?t=60525
And when I use bead release after removing the mandrel, I sandpolish it while the hole is still wet and then I just etch it.
I hope that helps
Sylvie