Boston Publishing has its roots in the textile industry. Established as Australasian Textiles Publishers in 1980, the first issue of Australasian Textiles was published in January 1981. Recognising a shift in the industry, Australasian Textiles became Australasian Textiles & Fashion in the mid-1990s and in the mid-2000s shifted focus again to include the global supply chain.

In 1999, Boston Publishing became a pioneer in web publishing with the launch of the TextileSource.com.au and FashionSource.com.au.
In 2003, due to illness, Stan Boston retired as Editor and his son, James Boston, took over as Managing Editor. James, a graduate from Melbourne University in Science and Commerce, sought out new opportunities and after publishing a number of magazines on behalf of industry organisations, launched Window Furnishings Australia in 2008, Decor in 2009, and OR. in 2011. The company has also undertaken a number of custom magazine projects for retailers and wholesalers.