What kind of litter tray did the breeder use? Open or closed? Are the kittens in a safe room right now, with everything they need near to them and do they know where the litter trays are? Some of this could be just teething/stress issues. If you see them squat to wee or whatever, quickly pick them up and put them in the litter tray. Make sure the sofa has been thoroughly cleaned to remove all trace of any poo/wee as if they can still smell it, they will use that area again. Keep the sofa well covered until you are confident they are using the litter tray exclusively.
Kittens are a bit like babies and toddlers. They can't hold it like an adult and sometimes, just like little kids, they can get over excited and just wee where they are. I can remember Hendrix doing that and he was as shocked as we were!
It's still really early days but cats are incredibly clean animals so their choice will always be to use their trays unless there is an issue. Stress can cause urinary tract issues which won't help so keep a close eye on them and check they are not in any discomfort when going.
_________________ Clare Hendrix and Jagger, Brown Marble Boys (born 18 August 2013) Hampshire, UK
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