Hey Platypus,
Looks like we are on the same page. One resource I used alot when learning the css stuff was
W3Schools. They have lots of tutorials and code examples. Also, they have a free library here on MR where you can look at what others have done and get good ideas. I have also seen some pretty enlightening conversations break out in the middle of threads you would otherwise think are pretty benign. Google and Search for the topic you are currently researching.
Good Luck and Have Fun!