Me too use this metod for rooting cuttings, but i put them in horizontal position, wrapped in a piece of paper towel moistened, and then in a plastic bag, unsealed, to allow air to enter.
I change frequently paper towels, when they change color, and if necessary replace even in the plastic bag or dip the cuttings in water for some time.
When forming roots i remove paper towels, and leave the cuttings in the bag until roots are well formed.
If cuttings form the mold i wash them or i treat with a solution of copper sulphate.
At this stage of development are ready to be transferred into the substrate: