Amanda---welcome to quilting.
I would agree Scissor Queen and call them utility quilts. They look like they would be fairly simple to make and great for a beginner.
If you like this look, then I would recommend that you take a look at the Gees Bend Quilts---color choice and fabric arrangement make these quilts fabulous.
http://www.artnet.com/artist/4240030...iltmakers.html
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/other...show/index.htm