I make this exact tote often but never thought of putting it together this way. I use jelly roll strips and do sew them to the batting QAYG method but your way is so quick and easy..I have to give it a try..probably today...thanks...this is a great tote for electronics like I-Pad/Kindle/Nook..I make them the size to fit these and also like the jelly rolls going in vertical direction..great use for leftover jelly roll strips