Is it possible to make all the div layers you want, and then have them confined into a table? Can I make a div obey a table?

Sure, so long as you don't use absolute positioning in the div.

haha, that makes sense. What do i put instead of 'absolute'?

You might be able to use relative positioning... If you really want the divs to be in specific spots though it might be better to get rid of the table and just use the positioning.