Could it possibly be that for some it is as much about the process. I know I am interested in making quilts using more of the techniques used by my grandmother.
My rotary cutter has not been my new best friend in most cutting scenarios. Most of my scraps were created by inaccurate rotary cutting. One of my coguild friends gave me some pointers last week when I was cutting strips for my new siggy blocks. I will give strip cutting another chance, but for now my rotary cutter is on my endangered species list. Don't get me wrong, it does have its uses once accurate strips are cut.
I really enjoy the process more than the speed.