First wheel build: Should spokes touch at the cross in a 2-cross J-bend pattern?

This is my very first self-built wheelset. The front wheel consists of a DT Swiss 240 hub (J-bend) with 28 Sapim D-Light spokes and a Duke Crazy Star 6ters rim. The spokes are laced in a 2-cross pattern. Did I lace them incorrectly? Should they be touching where they cross? On my build, I can actually fit a folding ruler between the individual spokes of a pair.

For the rear wheel, I used a 3-cross pattern and interlaced the spokes so they support each other (over-under).

I’ve already taken it out for a few short rides and it felt fine, but now I’m having second thoughts.

Thanks for your help!