Grafting is what prevents most people from attempting queen rearing. This is unfortunate, with an hour or two of practice, anyone can acquire this valuable skill. Give it a try. The Breeder hive Graft from your best colony, or purchase a selectively bred breeder . By placing an empty brood comb in the broodnest 4 days before you graft, the larva will be the right age.
Any strong hive can serve as a cell builder.
Remove the queen one day before you graft cells. Place grafted cells in center of the broodnest. Place about 30 cells per colony. Large cells will be produced by well nourished colonies. Feeding is not necessary if a light honeyflow is on.