Hi and welcome from Iowa. Kits, IMHO, can be tricky at times altho I have a friend who buys them. Since I am also a beginner I like more control over the amount of fabric I buy (in case of mistakes you see - smile).
I would pick a simple pattern such as the rail fence to make a first quilt. You pick your own fabric and I think you will like the outcome.
Keep asking questions and post your pics (smile).